2013 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · SC62 OEP

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile due to critical structural failures identified very recently. While it passed its most recent test on January 2026 at 89,018 miles, this followed a catastrophic failure just nine days prior. The maintenance trend is worsening, as the vehicle has transitioned from minor suspension wear to severe structural compromise of the main chassis. The presence of holes in both the nearside and offside sills indicates advanced corrosion that threatens the long-term integrity of the Ford platform. At 89,018 miles over 13 years, the Fiesta averages approximately 6,800 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-average usage. However, the mileage gap between February 2025 and January 2026 shows an accumulation of over 5,000 miles in a short window just before the structural issues deteriorated rapidly. The low annual mileage often masks the effects of environmental damage, as vehicles sitting stationary can succumb to the deep corrosion in the mounting points seen in the latest test results. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sills and underbody to verify if the repairs made in January 2026 were merely cosmetic or structurally sound. The tester previously flagged corroded rear coil springs and perished tyres across all corners, suggesting a history of neglected preventative maintenance. Attention should also be paid to the rear subframe, which showed signs of wear in 2024, and the track rod end that failed in 2025. If the structural rust in the sills is not professionally addressed, the vehicle remains a high risk for future MOT failure.