2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MW63 GKD

The vehicle remains currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward age-related wear. While it passed the most recent test in April 2026 at 21,640 miles, the tester identified pitted front brake discs and a corroded offside rear coil spring. These defects follow a three-year clean record between 2022 and 2024, indicating that components are now failing despite the low mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,665 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage, with increments of roughly 1,200 to 1,400 miles between each annual test. This pattern suggests the car has been used for short trips or stored for long periods. Such low mileage often correlates with accelerated degradation of rubber-based components and surface corrosion on metalwork due to the vehicle sitting stationary, rather than mechanical fatigue. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the rear suspension, as the offside rear coil spring was flagged for corrosion as early as 2021 and reappeared in 2026. The persistence of this issue suggests the environment is affecting the metal's structural integrity. Additionally, the axle swivel pins and bushes noted as worn in 2021 should be checked for increased play or audible knocking, as these components were not explicitly listed as replaced in subsequent tests. The front brake discs require replacement due to the pitting and scoring recorded in the April 2026 test. Given the low-use history, the buyer should also check for signs of neglect, such as perished rubber hoses or seized brake calipers, which are common in vehicles that age beyond their mileage statistics suggest. The record shows no major structural weaknesses, but the age-related corrosion issues are the primary area of concern for future maintenance.