2017 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · BC17 TLN

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test conducted in July 2025 at 26,333 miles passed despite an advisory for an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit and on the edge. This suggests that while the car meets minimum safety standards, the owner tends to address components only when they reach a failure point or are flagged during inspection. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. Data shows consistent, low-interval usage moving from 13,203 miles in 2021 to 26,333 miles in 2025. While low mileage implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases the risk of degradation in rubber-based components and flat-spotting of tyres or corrosion on the brake discs if the vehicle sits stationary for long periods between trips. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the July 2024 test flagged an offside track rod end with slight play. Recurring advisories for thin brake pads in both 2023 and 2024, combined with uneven tyre wear noted in 2022 and 2025, suggest potential alignment issues or sticking brake calipers. A physical check of the brake discs for pitting or rust is necessary to ensure the low mileage has not led to significant surface corrosion.