2015 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · WO64 AAJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 100,405 miles, this followed a significant failure due to multiple suspension and braking defects. The transition from a failure involving worn ball joints and shock bushes to a pass suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults when they became a legal barrier to the MOT test. At 100,405 miles over 11 years, the Ford Ka averages approximately 9,100 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a small city car. However, the data shows a sharp increase in activity between January 2024 (85,077 miles) and January 2025 (95,495 miles), where the vehicle covered over 10,000 miles in a single year. This period of higher use likely accelerated the wear on the rubber components and brakes noted in the subsequent test results. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry, as the January 2026 failure flagged both front lower arm ball joints and both rear upper shock absorber bushes. These components are critical for handling stability and their simultaneous wear suggests age-related rubber degradation. Additionally, the pitted front inner brake disc recorded in the latest test indicates the car may have sat for periods or operated in corrosive environments, which often requires replacement to ensure consistent braking performance. The history also reveals a serious oil leak from the sump noted in January 2025. While the vehicle passed afterward, an inspector should verify that the engine is currently dry and that no active seepage remains. Given the previous failures for tyre tread depth and lighting bulbs in 2025, the buyer should also check the current condition of consumables and electricals to ensure basic upkeep has not been neglected since the last repairs.