FORD KA2010 · 1.2L Petrol

The vehicle currently presents a clean roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent inspection on 23 February 2026 at 81,640 miles with no recorded defects. This indicates an improving maintenance trend compared to previous years where failures occurred in both 2024 and 2025. The fact that the car cleared the tests following those failures suggests that the current owner is proactive in addressing identified mechanical or safety issues rather than allowing faults to accumulate between test cycles. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 81,640 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,100 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent in recent years, with 3,000 miles covered between March 2024 and February 2025, and another 5,472 miles between February 2025 and February 2026. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, infrequent use on an older vehicle often leads to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and accelerated corrosion due to lack of airflow. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the sills, as older Ford Ka models are prone to significant rust that may not always trigger a failure until it becomes critical. Given the previous failures in history, a close look at the suspension bushes and control arms is necessary to ensure the issues that caused previous declines remain resolved. The low mileage also warrants a check of the brake discs for pitting and seizing, as vehicles that sit stationary frequently suffer from surface rust and seized calipers which can affect braking performance.