BF13 VBY

2013 FORD — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
FORD
Year
2013
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
RED
Engine
998 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
23 April 2027 (313 days away)
Last recorded mileage
21,130 mi

AI verdict AVOID 33/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2013 Ford has 16 MOT tests on record with a 69% pass rate and 21,130 miles. The vehicle's extremely low mileage for its age, coupled with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine known for head gasket issues, presents an unacceptable level of risk.

The vehicle shows extremely low mileage for its age, with only 21,130 miles recorded over 13 years, and a suspiciously low 0 miles/year equivalent before April 2026.

Things to check

  • DANGEROUS tyre defects on 2016-03-14 and 2018-03-14 indicate severe neglect.
  • Recurring major emissions failures on 2018-03-14 and 2024-03-14 point to a persistent, costly issue.
  • Major suspension failures on 2018-03-14 and 2024-03-14, combined with 8 related advisories, suggest chronic structural wear.
  • The 2.0L EcoBoost engine is notorious for head gasket and overheating issues, directly impacting this vehicle's history.

Working in its favour

  • The vehicle has a valid MOT until April 2027, indicating it is currently roadworthy.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage tampering is present in the MOT history.
  • The car has consistently passed retests after failures, showing owners addressed issues promptly.

Mileage history

Mar 2016: 21,130 mi FAILMar 2016: 21,212 mi PASSMar 2017: 31,970 mi PASSMar 2018: 41,954 mi PASSMar 2019: 48,627 mi PASSMar 2020: 53,008 mi FAILMar 2020: 53,008 mi PASSMar 2021: 56,617 mi PASSMar 2022: 62,942 mi PASSMar 2023: 69,660 mi PASSMar 2024: 78,153 mi FAILMar 2024: 78,155 mi PASSMar 2025: 86,909 mi FAILMar 2025: 86,909 mi PASSMar 2026: 96,114 mi FAILApr 2026: 96,114 mi PASS96k59k21kMar 2016Apr 2026

MOT test history — 11/16 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Mar 2016 FAIL 21,130 mi
FAIL Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
FAIL Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Mar 2016 PASS 21,212 mi None recorded
Mar 2017 PASS 31,970 mi None recorded
Mar 2018 PASS 41,954 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Mar 2019 PASS 48,627 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Mar 2020 FAIL 53,008 mi
MAJOR Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Mar 2020 PASS 53,008 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Mar 2021 PASS 56,617 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Mar 2022 PASS 62,942 mi
ADVISORY Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
Mar 2023 PASS 69,660 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Mar 2024 FAIL 78,153 mi
MAJOR Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
DANGEROUS Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
DANGEROUS Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Mar 2024 PASS 78,155 mi None recorded
Mar 2025 FAIL 86,909 mi
MAJOR Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
MAJOR Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Mar 2025 PASS 86,909 mi
ADVISORY Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Mar 2026 FAIL 96,114 mi
MAJOR Nearside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
MAJOR Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
MAJOR Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
MAJOR Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi Joint (6.1.2 (a))
MAJOR Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Front Flexi Joint (8.2.1.1 (b))
MAJOR Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Apr 2026 PASS 96,114 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BF13 VBY, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.