2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · OV13 JZU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 98,902 miles passed, it revealed a significant list of advisories regarding worn brakes and deteriorating tyres. This follows a pattern of failures in 2023 and 2024 related to suspension ball joints and lighting, suggesting that the owner only addresses faults once they cause a failure or reach a critical limit. At 98,902 miles over thirteen years, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 7,600 miles per annum, which aligns with typical national averages for its age. The data shows consistent use, with an 8,600 mile gap covered between June 2023 and July 2024, and another 5,400 miles in the year leading up to the July 2025 test. This steady mileage suggests the car is used regularly, though the age explains the perishing seen on rubber-based components like the tyres. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front braking system and suspension geometry. The July 2025 record flagged thin front brake pads and worn discs, while the June 2024 failure highlighted an excessively worn suspension arm ball joint. A buyer should verify that these ball joints have been replaced and check the front discs for excessive scoring or thin resurfacing. The recurring issue of cracking and perishing on the nearside tyres indicates that the rubber compound is reaching the end of its structural life due to age regardless of remaining tread depth.