2013 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · OF53 AMY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a transition toward developing age-related wear. Following the most recent test in November 2025 at 77,267 miles, the car passed despite several advisories that were not present in previous tests. While the vehicle maintained a clean record through early 2024, the appearance of an oil leak and corrosion on the rear coil springs suggests that the car is beginning to show mechanical degradation consistent with its age. The mileage profile is notably low for a thirteen-year-old Fiesta, averaging approximately 5,944 miles per year. There is a significant spike in usage between February 2024 and November 2025, where the vehicle covered 17,319 miles in under twenty months. This period of increased activity correlates with the emergence of new defects noted in the latest MOT. The February 2024 failure due to a tyre structural failure and edge wear indicates a lapse in basic consumable maintenance during that period of more intensive driving. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the central lower engine area to assess the oil leak flagged in the most recent test, determining if it is a minor seal failure or a more significant gasket issue. The corrosion on the nearside and offside rear coil springs should be closely monitored for structural thinning, as rust on these components can lead to sudden failure. Additionally, the corroded rear exhaust box noted in 2023 should be checked to ensure the rust has not progressed to a perforation that compromises the structural integrity of the exhaust system.