2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · RB07 JAS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the structural integrity shows a concerning trend of progressive corrosion. While the most recent test on 17 December 2025 passed at 120,130 miles, it followed a failure just one day prior. The tester flagged the offside rear outer suspension mounting as excessively corroded, significantly reducing structural strength. Although the subsequent pass noted the nearside side was also corroded but not excessive, the data indicates the sills are reaching a critical point of structural decay. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,200 miles per year. The record shows steady accumulation over annual intervals, roughly 4,500 miles between December 2023 and 2024, and another 4,550 miles between December 2024 and 2025. This regular use suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally helps mechanical components but has also accelerated the oxidation and rust now observed on the lower chassis. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sills and suspension mounting points. The history highlights a recurring issue where the offside rear outer structure was previously marked as deformed in 2024 and later failed for excessive corrosion in late 2025. You should check for bubbling paint, flaking metal, or evidence of recent repairs that may be masking deeper rust rather than treating it. Given the nature of these faults, the vehicle is at high risk of failing future tests if the structural corrosion continues to progress through the metalwork.