2005 FORD KA1.3L PETROL

The vehicle currently presents an uncertain roadworthiness status due to a significant lapse in recent testing data. While the last recorded test in September 2018 at 39,701 miles passed with no defects, this record is now eight years obsolete. Given the age of the car, the lack of a current MOT means the mechanical condition is no longer verified. The historical maintenance trend shows a period of severe neglect and structural failure followed by a long period of low-use inactivity. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging under 1,900 miles per year. The data reveals a total stagnation in usage between 2015 and 2018, where the car covered only 129 miles over three years. This pattern suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods, which often leads to age-related issues such as degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and flat-spototted tyres, despite the low overall mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain. A buyer must prioritise a thorough structural inspection of the sills and subframe mounting points. The 2013 and 2015 failures highlighted excessive corrosion on seat belt anchorages and subframe mountings, which are critical safety points on this model. The record also shows a recurring history of front suspension failure, with broken coil springs and deteriorated arm bushes appearing in multiple tests. These faults indicate that the suspension geometry was under significant stress or suffered from material fatigue despite the low mileage.