2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · RO13 WND

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs regarding wear items. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 76,377 miles passed, it flagged recurring issues with corroded rear coil springs and tyres worn to the legal limit. This suggests a pattern where the owner only addresses faults once they threaten to cause an MOT failure, rather than performing preventative maintenance. The persistent exhaust flexi leak noted since 2023 indicates a long-standing minor defect that remained unaddressed for three years. At 13 years old, this Fiesta has covered a low amount of mileage, averaging approximately 5,875 miles per year. The mileage progression is consistent, showing a 4,500-mile interval between April 2024 and April 2026. However, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from accelerated degradation of rubber components and corrosion due to long periods of stationary time rather than mechanical wear. The repeated failure to replace tyres before they reached the legal limit suggests the vehicle may not have been subjected to thorough mechanical inspections between test intervals. A buyer must inspect the rear suspension closely, as the corrosion on the coil springs has appeared in three consecutive tests since 2025. This type of structural rust on the springs can lead to sudden failure if not replaced promptly. The front exhaust flexi-pipe also requires immediate inspection and replacement, as the leak has been documented for years and will likely worsen, affecting exhaust emissions. Given the history of sidewall damage and uneven wear noted in 2025, a professional wheel alignment and tyre check is necessary to ensure no hidden geometry issues are causing premature tyre degradation.