BK13 SHV

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
DIESEL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1997 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
16 October 2026 (124 days away)
Last recorded mileage
44,762 mi

AI verdict AVOID 29/100

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 14 MOT tests on record with a 71% pass rate and 44,762 miles. The mileage trajectory shows a significant drop in annual usage, raising serious concerns about its maintenance and safety.

The mileage trajectory shows a significant drop from 22,577 miles/year (Apr 2019-Oct 2020) to 8,168 miles/year (Oct 2022), then 14,925 miles/year (Oct 2023), indicating a change in usage patterns.

Things to check

  • DANGEROUS tyre defects on 10 Apr 2018 and 16 Apr 2018 (77,154/77,660 mi) — immediate safety risk.
  • Recurring suspension arm failures on 10 Apr 2018 and 16 Apr 2018 (77,154/77,660 mi) — structural neglect.
  • Recurring headlamp aim failures on 13 Apr 2017 and 10 Apr 2018 (59,431/77,154 mi) — electrical system weakness.
  • Recurring position lamp failures on 13 Apr 2017 and 10 Apr 2018 (59,431/77,154 mi) — electrical system weakness.

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until 16 Oct 2026, indicating current roadworthiness.
  • No recurring brake failures or advisories, a positive sign for safety.
  • Consistent annual mileage increases prior to 2022, showing regular use.
  • No major structural corrosion or chassis issues flagged in MOT history.

Mileage history

Apr 2016: 44,762 mi PASSApr 2017: 59,431 mi PASSApr 2018: 77,154 mi FAILApr 2018: 77,660 mi PASSApr 2019: 92,807 mi PASSOct 2020: 115,384 mi PASSOct 2021: 133,124 mi FAILOct 2021: 133,153 mi PASSOct 2022: 141,321 mi PASSOct 2023: 156,246 mi FAILOct 2023: 156,247 mi PASSOct 2024: 174,547 mi FAILOct 2024: 174,547 mi PASSOct 2025: 188,569 mi PASS189k117k45kApr 2016Oct 2025

MOT test history — 10/14 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Apr 2016 PASS 44,762 mi
ADVISORY Nearside rear tyre bald on outer edge
Apr 2017 PASS 59,431 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Apr 2018 FAIL 77,154 mi
FAIL Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
FAIL Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Apr 2018 PASS 77,660 mi None recorded
Apr 2019 PASS 92,807 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Oct 2020 PASS 115,384 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))
Oct 2021 FAIL 133,124 mi
MAJOR Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
MAJOR Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Oct 2021 PASS 133,153 mi None recorded
Oct 2022 PASS 141,321 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
MINOR Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Oct 2023 FAIL 156,246 mi
MAJOR Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
DANGEROUS Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
DANGEROUS Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
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))
Oct 2023 PASS 156,247 mi None recorded
Oct 2024 FAIL 174,547 mi
MAJOR Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Oct 2024 PASS 174,547 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Oct 2025 PASS 188,569 mi None recorded

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