2013 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · GL62 SKE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test in October 2024 at 129,406 miles resulted in a pass only after addressing failures related to tyre wear and a nearside front suspension arm bush. While the car passed the inspection, the recurring nature of failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical defects when forced by the tester rather than monitoring components between annual checks. At 129,406 miles, this Fiesta has averaged approximately 10,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a thirteen-year-old vehicle. The data shows consistent use, with 14,000 miles covered between October 2023 and October 2024, and another 17,200 miles between November 2022 and October 2023. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle has not sat for long periods, but the high annual mileage places significant stress on rubber-based suspension components and braking hardware. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the record flags a failing offside front suspension arm ball joint in 2023 and a worn nearside bush in 2024. These recurring issues indicate the front end assembly is reaching the end of its service life. The consistent pattern of tyres wearing unevenly on the edges across 2023 and 2024 tests suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn steering components that will continue to prematurely degrade tyres if not rectified. Given the age and mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the rear sills and exhaust system is necessary, although these were not explicitly flagged in recent advisories. The history of multiple light bulb failures and washer fluid issues points to a lack of basic pre-test inspections. You should verify all external lighting and the integrity of the washer system to ensure the previous electrical faults were fully resolved.