2013 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · RO63 BWU

This thirteen year old Ford Fiesta presents an unusually clean DVSA record, with every test entry since 2023 showing either a pass or a fail with no defects recorded. The most recent assessment on 10 March 2026 was a pass with no advisories, and the previous pass on 12 November 2024 followed the same clean pattern. The two failures listed against the November 2024 and October 2023 tests were both recorded without any defect or advisory notes, which is consistent with administrative refusals rather than mechanical failures, for example a vehicle presented without insurance, without an appropriate MOT certificate, or a test that was aborted before any items were inspected. The overall trajectory is therefore one of stable roadworthiness with no documented mechanical deterioration, no recurring advisories, and no corrosion or component wear flagged across the recent testing history. With 120,201 miles accumulated over roughly thirteen years of use, the Fiesta is running at approximately 9,246 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and category. The mileage progression between tests is also steady rather than erratic, indicating a vehicle that has been in consistent daily use rather than subjected to prolonged standing periods followed by sudden heavy mileage bursts. There are no significant gaps in the testing record that would suggest extended lay-up, and the continuity of testing suggests the car has remained an actively used and regularly presented vehicle. Mechanically, this kind of usage pattern is positive, as regular driving keeps seals, brakes, suspension components, and the drivetrain exercised, reducing the likelihood of seized calipers, dried-out boots, or surface corrosion seizing fasteners. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any recorded advisories is a positive starting point but warrants a targeted physical inspection given the mileage and age of the vehicle. Given that the Fiesta has covered over 120,000 miles, particular attention should be paid to the suspension system, particularly the front wishbones, drop links, and anti-roll bar bushes, which are known wear items on this model. On a test drive, listen for knocking or clonking noises over uneven surfaces, particularly from the front end, and feel for vagueness or clonks through the steering when traversing speed bumps. The condition of the brake discs and pads should be physically inspected, as a vehicle of this mileage may be approaching its third or fourth set of discs, and uneven disc wear or scored surfaces can lead to pedal judder under braking. Other areas worth close physical examination include the exhaust system for corrosion or blowing joints, particularly around the flexi section and rear mounting, and the underbody for any developing corrosion around suspension mounting points, the subframe, and rear axle area, as the Fiesta can be susceptible to rust in these regions given its age and mileage. Engine bay inspection should look for evidence of oil seepage from the cam cover gasket and rocker cover, which is a common trait on higher-mileage units of this era, and check for misfire or rough idle suggesting worn ignition components or coil pack failure. Finally, the cooling system, including the radiator, thermostat housing, and coolant hoses, should be checked for leaks or signs of recent topping up, as overheating from neglected cooling maintenance is a frequent cause of head gasket issues on this engine. A thorough pre-purchase inspection on a ramp would be strongly advisable to confirm the absence of any developing issues not captured in the MOT record.