2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · SR13 BHP

The vehicle currently presents a questionable roadworthiness status following a failed test on April 10, 2026, at 94,151 miles. While the car maintained a clean record for several years, the most recent failure indicates a developing mechanical or safety defect that has not yet been rectified. The maintenance trend is currently worsening, as the transition from a clean pass in 2025 to a failure today suggests a component has reached its service limit or requires immediate attention. The mileage pattern is consistent with a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per annum. There is a notable gap in records between the December 2022 test at 61,780 miles and the January 2024 test at 72,629 miles, where the car covered 11,000 miles in just thirteen months. Since then, the usage has accelerated, with 21,522 miles recorded in the two years leading up to the recent failure. This steady accumulation of mileage suggests regular use which typically places predictable wear on rubber components, suspension bushes, and the braking system. A buyer must investigate the specific reason for the April 2026 failure, as the record provides no defect details, implying the failure may involve a non-obvious item such as a lighting fault, emissions issue, or a specific mechanical failure. Given the age and mileage of this Fiesta, a physical inspection should focus on structural corrosion around the sills and wheel arches, which are common for this generation. Additionally, checking for binding brake calipers or worn suspension mounts is necessary to ensure the recent increase in mileage has not compromised the integrity of the drivetrain.