2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · SL13 FPC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a volatile trend of reactive rather than proactive repairs. While the latest test on 30 December 2025 at 83,185 miles passed without defects, the immediate failure that same day highlighted critical issues including a major exhaust leak, a structural failure of the offside rear tyre, and multiple lighting non-compliances. This suggests the owner only addresses faults when forced by an MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with the age, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per year, which is typical for a 13-year-old vehicle. There is a significant gap in records between the January 2024 test at 73,496 miles and the January 2025 test at 78,388 miles, representing only 4,892 miles covered over a year. This low annual usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and dry seals, which aligns with the mechanical failures flagged in later inspections. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and exhaust systems. The record flags an excessively worn offside suspension arm ball joint in early 2025 and previous steering rack inner joint play in 2024; these areas should be checked for continued movement or play-related noises. Furthermore, the major exhaust leak noted in December 2025 indicates the exhaust system may have suffered significant corrosion or impact damage that could require further attention beyond the recent repair. The failure to complete emissions tests in late 2025 also suggests potential engine management issues or sensor faults that warrant monitoring despite the recent pass.