2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · ST13 CWD

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 2 March 2026, though the result includes advisories for slight play in both the offside and nearside front suspension arm ball joints. Reviewing the history, the maintenance trend indicates a progressive wear of the front-end steering and suspension components. While the car consistently achieves a pass, the recurrence of ball joint issues and a previous failure for an anti-roll bar joint suggests that the front suspension is reaching the end of its service life and will require intervention shortly to maintain optimal handling and safety. With a recorded mileage of 89,917 miles over approximately thirteen years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 6,917 miles per annum. This represents a typical usage profile for a small hatchback of this vintage, suggesting the car has been used regularly without being subjected to excessive long-distance wear or the detrimental effects of prolonged standing. Mechanically, this mileage suggests that while major drivetrain components should remain robust, the vehicle is entering a phase where rubber bushings, mounts, and other consumable suspension elements naturally degrade due to age and cycle fatigue. During a test drive, the buyer should listen specifically for knocking or clunking sounds emanating from the front axle when traversing uneven road surfaces or during low-speed manoeuvring, as these are classic symptoms of worn ball joints. It is also advisable to inspect the front tyres for uneven or accelerated wear on the inner or outer edges, which often indicates a loss of wheel alignment resulting from suspension play. Given the 2022 record of a dangerous tyre structure failure and 2021 advisories for worn tyres, a thorough inspection of the current tyre sidewalls for cracking or bulges is essential. Further attention should be paid to the rear of the vehicle, specifically checking the condition of the rear coil springs for signs of advanced corrosion, as previously noted in the 2021 records. The buyer should also verify that the ABS warning lamp extinguishes correctly upon startup, ensuring the previously replaced wheel speed sensor and associated circuitry are functioning as intended. Finally, given the vehicle's age, a review of the service history is recommended to confirm that calendar-based maintenance, such as brake fluid flushes and coolant changes, has been performed regardless of the moderate annual mileage.