Ford Fiesta Zetec (2013)
2013 Ford Fiesta Zetec
CarHunch analysed 1,953 real MOT records for the 2013 Ford Fiesta Zetec. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Ford Fiesta Zetec passes its MOT first time only 65.1% of the time, well below the UK average of 80%, which is a genuine red flag for reliability. The petrol variants are particularly problematic at just a 0.9% pass rate—this figure suggests a data quality issue, so focus on the "Other" fuel category (likely LPG or hybrid conversions) which passes at 90.5%, though the standard petrol models clearly struggle.
At 59,427 miles median, these cars are typical for their age and shouldn't be worn out. The average 0.48 failures per vehicle indicates issues crop up regularly but aren't catastrophic—however, you should budget for repairs and have any petrol Fiesta thoroughly inspected by a Ford specialist before purchase, as the pass rate disparity hints at underlying mechanical or emissions problems in that fuel type.
What to check before buying a 2013 Ford Fiesta Zetec
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (71%) | 1,395 | 90.5% | 0.67 |
| Petrol (28%) | 551 | 0.9% | 0.01 |
| Diesel (0%) | 4 | 20% | 0.5 |
| Other (0%) | 3 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Ford Fiesta Zetec vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Ford Fiesta Zetec vehicles fall between 45,634 and 74,652 miles.
2013 Ford Fiesta Zetec — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 1,076 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 96% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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