2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · YL13 DDN

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 3 December 2024 at 109,436 miles, achieving roadworthiness with only two advisories on front‑tyre wear. The preceding test on 8 January 2024 recorded no defects, indicating that the earlier exhaust lambda failure in early January had been rectified. The pattern shows an improving trend after a series of failures in 2022‑2023, with the current status stable and limited to consumable wear. Mileage accumulation has been relatively consistent. Between the December 2022 test (86,151 miles) and the January 2024 test (98,248 miles) the car gained roughly 12,100 miles over about 13 months, then added another 11,200 miles to reach 109,436 miles by December 2024. This reflects a typical usage rate of around 8,400 miles per year for a 13‑year‑old Fiesta, and the record shows no significant gaps where mileage stalled. Recurring mechanical issues point to wear‑prone components. In late 2022 the stop lamps and dipped headlamp failed, a pattern repeated in 2016 with stop lamp and headlamp aim problems. Brake wear appeared in 2018 with thin pads and rear‑brake lag, while the same year also saw a tyre cut advisory. The 2017 test flagged low tread depth on both front tyres and excessive play in the nearside track‑rod end. These faults suggest the suspension and braking systems have been subject to regular inspection and replacement. A prospective buyer should inspect the front tyres for tread depth, edge wear and any cuts, check the brake pads and discs for uneven wear or lag, test the stop lamps, headlamp dipped beam and aim, examine the track‑rod end and related suspension bushes for play, verify the exhaust lambda sensor operation, and ensure any items removed from the driver’s view have been properly reinstalled or documented. Attention to these areas will reveal whether the vehicle’s maintenance history translates into current mechanical integrity.