2013 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · GF13 ESV

The Ford Fiesta demonstrates a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 17 October 2024 at 95,261 miles. The absence of advisories in the two most recent tests suggests that the current owner has addressed previous mechanical shortcomings, moving away from the pattern of consumable wear noted in earlier years. The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT until October 2025, meaning it is approaching the window for its next annual inspection. The recorded mileage of 95,261 over thirteen years averages approximately 7,300 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical light-to-moderate usage. The most significant jump in mileage occurred between May 2018 and May 2019, where the vehicle covered nearly 15,000 miles. Conversely, the period between February 2021 and September 2022 saw a slower accumulation of roughly 11,000 miles over eighteen months. These figures indicate a standard usage profile without evidence of prolonged periods of inactivity that might otherwise lead to seized components or accelerated corrosion. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and tyre health, as these components were recurring points of failure between 2019 and 2022. While the discs and pads were flagged for wear and corrosion in 2019 and 2022, the recent clean passes imply these have been rectified. Check the inner edges of the front tyres for uneven wear, as this was a persistent issue in the 2019 and 2021 records, potentially indicating a need for tracking or alignment adjustment. Given the age of the vehicle, perform a visual check of the suspension coil springs and subframe areas for surface corrosion, as these are common high-mileage failure points for this model that may not always be captured in the MOT advisory notes.