2013 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · YP62 WKE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy having passed its latest MOT on 23 June 2025 at 75,274 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The car failed just three days prior with excessive play in both the nearside and offside front track rod end ball joints, along with a defective exhaust mounting. While these issues were rectified to achieve the pass, the recurrence of steering linkage faults suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 75,274 represents a low usage profile of approximately 5,800 miles per year. This significantly below the national average for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent annual testing intervals, with roughly 6,900 miles covered between the July 2024 and June 2025 tests. Such low-mileage can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to the vehicle sitting for extended periods, which aligns with the mechanical failures observed. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the history highlights issues with track rod ends and a fractured offside coil spring in July 2024. The tester should also check for wear in rubber bushings and ensure the exhaust system is securely secured following the previous mounting failure. Given the 2023 note regarding engine and underbody covers obscuring testable items, a thorough check of the chassis is necessary to ensure no hidden structural corrosion or fluid leaks remain hidden from the tester during previous inspections.