2014 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · AF64 VRP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The latest test in February 2026 at 70,117 miles resulted in a pass despite a recurring advisory for a leaking offside front shock absorber. This specific fault has persisted through the last two inspections, dating back to February 2025. While the car passed its most recent inspection, the persistence of the shock leak suggests that components are only addressed when they reach a point of failure. At 70,117 miles, the Ford Ka has averaged approximately 5,843 miles per year, which is low for a twelve-year-old vehicle. The data shows a significant mileage gap between November 2022 and February 2024, where the car covered nearly 9,200 miles in just fifteen months. This burst of use likely contributed to the rapid wear noted in the 2024 test, where three different tyres were flagged as being near the legal limit, followed by a critical brake failure in early 2025. A physical inspection must focus on the offside front shock absorber to determine if the misting has progressed to a significant leak that will compromise handling. The buyer should also examine the oil sump for the corrosion previously noted in 2022 to ensure structural integrity has not degraded into a perforation risk. Given the failure in February 2025 due to thin brake pads and illegal tyre tread, a thorough check of the current brake system and tyre brands is essential to ensure the previous owner has not neglected basic consumables since the last repairs.