2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · GF13 WLA

The 2013 Ford Fiesta holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 7 April 2026 at 82,850 miles, following a same-day failure for an offside stop lamp. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but reveals a persistent pattern of front brake and suspension wear that has recurred across multiple test cycles. The most recent test flagged front brake pads wearing thin and front brake discs worn, pitted or scored, mirroring advisories recorded in March 2025 at 78,145 miles. This indicates the front braking system has been operating near its service threshold for at least a year without replacement. Both front tyres were also worn on their inner edges at the April 2026 test, suggesting possible tracking misalignment or prolonged under-inflation that has gone uncorrected. The vehicle has covered approximately 6,373 miles per year over its thirteen-year life, which is typical for its age. Mileage accumulation has been consistent, rising from 65,320 miles in March 2023 to 82,850 miles by April 2026, with no significant gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded data. The annual test intervals align with this steady usage pattern, and there is no evidence of prolonged periods standing idle. The odometer progression supports the conclusion that this car has been in regular daily service rather than light occasional use. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and braking components during any in-person inspection. The 2024 test at 72,347 miles flagged worn nearside and offside rear sub-frame pins or bushes, and the 2023 test at 65,320 miles recorded slight play in the offside front suspension arm ball joint alongside worn rear suspension arm pins or bushes. These recurring sub-frame and suspension bush advisories suggest the rear suspension mounting points have been deteriorating progressively. The inner-edge tyre wear noted in both 2024 and 2026 points to a likely alignment issue that warrants a four-wheel geometry check. Given the repeated front brake disc and pad warnings, the buyer should verify whether the front braking components have been renewed since the April 2026 test or whether they remain in their flagged worn state. A thorough inspection of the sub-frame mounting points, suspension bushes, and front brake disc thickness would be prudent before committing to purchase.