2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · LD13 FWF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the mechanical history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension-related wear. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 64,077 miles passed, the tester identified new wear on rear suspension arm bushes and slight play in both front anti-roll bar linkage joints. These issues represent a progression from the defects noted in 2024, indicating that the rubber components are reaching the end of their functional life despite the car's relatively low mileage. At 64,077 miles over 13 years, this Fiesta averages a low annual usage of approximately 4,900 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage patterns, with only 1,091 miles driven between May 2025 and May 2026. However, this low mileage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber parts and corrosion rather than mechanical wear, which is evidenced by the persistent reports of corroded rear coil springs and perished trailing arm bushes that have appeared annually annually since 2023. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension and steering assembly. The recurring corrosion on the rear coil springs appearing in 2023, 2024, and 2025 necessitates a check for structural integrity and potential fractures in the metal. Furthermore, the offside steering rack inner joint noted in 2024 should be verified for play to ensure the steering geometry has not deteriorated beyond the initial advisory. The history of perished and cracked tyres in 2024 suggests the vehicle may sit for long periods, which often leads to the dry rot seen on sidewalls regardless of tread depth.