2006 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · BD06 ABV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a clean record following a period of intermittent failures. The most recent inspection conducted in February 2022 at 72,886 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or adviseories recorded. This indicates that the mechanical and safety issues identified in previous years were successfully rectified and that the vehicle maintained a baseline level of compliance at the time of the last official test. The mileage pattern is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,644 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between February 2020 and February 2022, where the car covered only 2,019 miles over two years. While this low mileage suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, such long periods of standing can often lead to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and brake fluids. The data is consistent with a vehicle that has been used for short trips rather than long-distance commuting. A buyer should prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, as the Ford Ka of this era is prone to significant corrosion in the sills and floor pans. Given the failures in 2019 and 2021, a close look at the braking system and suspension bushes is necessary to ensure no binding calipers or perished rubber have returned due to age. Low mileage also necessitates checking the age-rating of the tyres, as surface cracking can occur irrespective of tread depth.