2012 FORD KA1.2L PETROL

The most recent MOT in August 2025 resulted in a pass, but it highlighted ongoing corrosion in the rear suspension arms and all four coil springs. There is a persistent and recurring pattern of suspension and steering wear. Since 2022, the vehicle has been repeatedly flagged for worn front suspension arm bushes and play in the steering rack inner joints. These issues have been noted for several years without evidence of them being repaired. The overall condition trend is stable but stagnant. While the car continues to pass its MOT, the same defects regarding corroded springs and worn bushings are carried forward year after year, suggesting a lack of preventative maintenance. The recorded mileage of 55,308 is low for a 14-year-old vehicle. When combined with the widespread corrosion of the suspension components and a recorded instance of a binding brake in 2024, this suggests the car has likely experienced long periods of standing rather than consistent light use. A buyer should first inspect the condition of the steering and front suspension, specifically checking for excessive play in the steering rack and the state of the suspension bushings. The corrosion levels on the coil springs and underside should also be closely examined to determine if they are nearing a failure point.