2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · WF63 WZX

The vehicle presents a currently roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection on January 30 2026 with 51,537 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows improvement following a period of reactive repairs in early 2024. While the car currently meets the minimum standard, the history of the previous tests indicates that the owner only addressed critical safety faults after a failure rather than through preventative maintenance. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 51,537 miles represents a low annual usage rate of approximately 4,000 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent, with 2,700 miles covered between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 2,798 miles between February 2025 and January 2026. This low mileage suggests minimal mechanical wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, though it increases the risk of rubber-based components degrading from age or sitting stationary. A buyer should specifically inspect the braking system, as the record shows recurring issues with nearside front brake pads flagged as thin in February 2023 at 45,630 miles and failing below the 1.5mm limit in February 2024 at 47,039 miles. Although these were reportedly replaced, the buyer should check the condition of the discs for pitting or glazing caused by low use. The 2024 failure regarding a restricted view through the windscreen also suggests potential issues with wiper linkage or glass condition that should be verified for proper operation. Given the low mileage, the physical inspection must focus on age-related corrosion, particularly around the sills and suspension mounting points where older Fiestas suffer regardless of distance. The suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls be examined for cracking or perished, which frequently occurs on vehicles driven infrequently. The lack of advisories in the most recent tests is a positive indicator, but the reactive nature of previous maintenance does not guarantee the absence of emerging structural rust or fluid leaks.