2013 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · FG63 PJO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with an improving maintenance trend following a period of structural and mechanical concerns. The most recent test in August 2025 at 42,409 miles passed without advisories, noting that the front subframe had been undersealed. This followed a problematic result in August 2024 where the tester flagged corrosion across the front subframe and various suspension components. The transition from corroded structural elements to a clean pass suggests the previous owner has proactively addressed the escalating rust issues. The mileage profile is notably low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,262 miles annually. There is a significant gap in records between February 2021 and January 2022, during which the car covered only 3,961 miles. While low mileage often implies less wear on the drivetrain, it explains therelated issues seen in the January 2022 failure where rear tyres were perishing and cracking. This pattern indicates the vehicle likely sat for long periods, leading to age-related degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical mileage-based wear. A physical inspection must focus on the integrity of the front subframe to ensure the recent undersealing has effectively halted the corrosion noted in 2024. The buyer should also verify the front brake discs, which were flagged as worn and pitted during the August 2024 test. Given the previous history of track rod end failure and general suspension component issues in 2022, a thorough check for play in the ball joints and steering linkage is necessary. Finally, the offside rear silencer should be examined for structural thinning, as exhaust corrosion was a recurring theme in multiple tests.