1999 FORD KA1.3L PETROL

The 1999 Ford Ka has a limited MOT history, with the most recent recorded test on 2009-05-12, over 17 years ago. At that time, it passed with no defects, but prior entries reveal recurring mechanical concerns. The 2009-05-08 failure included critical issues: brake pads below 1.5mm, deteriorated suspension bushes, and headlamp aim misalignment. Earlier, in 2007, the vehicle failed due to pitted brake discs, excessive suspension play, and tyre tread below legal limits. These patterns suggest ongoing wear in braking systems and suspension components. The vehicle’s low mileage of 84,794 miles over 27 years equates to roughly 3,141 miles annually, which is below average for its age. This could indicate light use or prolonged periods of inactivity, both of which may accelerate component degradation. For example, infrequent use can lead to brake rotor corrosion, rubber bush deterioration, and battery drain. However, the absence of recent MOT data makes it difficult to assess whether these issues have been resolved or worsened over time. The trend of failures in 2007 and 2009 highlights repeated problems with suspension bushes (2.4.G.2), brakes (3.5.1g/h, 3.7.B.7), and lighting.