2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · FE63 OVN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in September 2025 at 81,916 miles passed only after a failure just four days prior. That failure identified an excessively worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint, a worn offside front inner track rod end, and a failed offside rear stop lamp. While the immediate faults were rectified, the recurring nature of suspension component issues suggests the owner only addresses parts once they reach a failure threshold. At 81,916 miles over 13 years, the car averages approximately 6,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical light usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression shows consistent annual growth, with roughly 6,000 miles covered between August 2024 and September 2025. This low annual mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but it frequently accelerates the degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the perishing tyres noted in the August 2024 records. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension geometry thoroughly, as the record shows multiple failures related to ball joints and track rod ends across 2023 and 2025. The presence of slight play in components prior to failure indicates that the suspension assembly is nearing the end of its service life. You should also verify that the fuel tank exhaust shield mentioned in the 2024 failure has been properly secured and present to prevent fire risks. Given the history of thin brake pads in 2023, a current brake inspection is necessary to ensure the discs remain smooth and free of excessive scoring.