2014 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · AF64 TVY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding suspension and exhaust components. While it passed its latest test in November 2025 at 90,993 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior at 90,987 miles due to a worn nearside front suspension ball joint and a worn offside front bush. The subsequent pass still noted a minor exhaust leak and oil misting on the offside front shock absorber, indicating that mechanical components are beginning to fail rather than being proactively replaced. At 90,993 miles over 12 years, the car averages approximately 7,500 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light-city usage. The mileage progression shows a steady increase, with a jump of roughly 6,000 to 7,000 miles between annual tests. The clean records between 2017 and 2022 suggest a period of well-maintained operation, but the recent frequency of advisories suggests the vehicle is entering a stage where age-related wear is leading to accelerated degradation of rubber bushes and shock absorber seals. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension to ensure the ball joints and bushes were actually replaced correctly following the November 2025 failure. The light misting on the offside front shock absorber requires close monitoring for increased leakage, as this often precedes total seal failure. Additionally, the handbrake cable mounting was flagged as insecure in the most recent test and should be verified for security and braking performance. Given the history of worn tyres and exhaust leaks, the structural integrity of the exhaust system and the remaining tread on the tyres also priority attention to prevent immediate future failures.