2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MF13 NVN

The 2013 Ford Fiesta presents a strong roadworthiness profile with a stable and consistently improving maintenance trend. The most recent MOT, conducted on 30 March 2026 at 59,827 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This continues an unbroken sequence of clean passes stretching back to March 2023, indicating the vehicle has remained in sound mechanical condition under its current keeper. No advisories have appeared across any of the recorded tests, which is uncommon for a supermini of this age and suggests attentive ownership and prompt rectification of any emerging issues. The mileage accumulation pattern is notably low, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year over the vehicle's thirteen-year life. Between the March 2023 test at 54,570 miles and the March 2026 test at 59,827 miles, the car covered just 5,257 miles across three full years of testing. The annual increments show 860 miles in the first year, 1,408 in the second, and a slightly higher 2,989 in the most recent period, suggesting usage has remained light but marginally increased. The same-day pass and fail recorded on 2 April 2024 at 55,430 miles points to a minor defect identified and rectified during a single workshop visit, rather than a prolonged mechanical concern. Despite the clean MOT record, the low annual mileage warrants a careful physical inspection of components that deteriorate through age and standing rather than use. Rubber suspension bushes, including the rear beam bush common on the Fiesta, can perish and crack even with minimal mileage. Tyres should be checked for date codes and sidewall cracking, as tread depth may appear adequate while the compound has hardened beyond safe limits. Brake discs and pads can corrode from prolonged stationary periods, leading to uneven wear or binding that a short test drive may not immediately reveal. The exhaust system and underbody should be examined for corrosion, particularly around the rear silencer box and mounting points, as short-trip driving accelerates internal moisture build-up. The timing belt and coolant system deserve attention given the age of the vehicle, as these are interval-dependent rather than mileage-dependent services. A test drive over varied road surfaces will confirm whether the suspension remains free of knocks or clunks that MOT stationary checks might not detect. Overall, the documented history supports a well-maintained example, but the buyer should verify that age-related deterioration has not outpaced the recorded mechanical condition.