2009 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · BK09 OMT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward developing suspension and steering issues. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 49,217 miles passed, it introduced new advisories regarding a leaking nearside rear shock absorber and play in the steering rack inner joints. This represents a slight regression from the clean records seen in previous years, suggesting that age-related degradation of components is now reaching the end of their functional life despite the low mileage. At 49,217 miles, this 2009 Ford Ka has covered an exceptionally low distance of approximately 2,900 miles per year. This low usage pattern explains the lack of major mechanical failures but often leads to the accelerated perish of rubber components and seals. The mileage history shows consistent annual testing between 2022 and 2025, though the sharp failure in June 2024 at 44,133 miles highlights a period where multiple components required immediate attention, including an exhaust clamp, binding caliper, and perished ball joint dust covers. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering geometry. The 2024 failure identified compromised ball joint dust covers, and the 2025 advisory for steering rack play suggests the steering system is beginning to wear out. The misting oil on the nearside rear shock absorber should be monitored for further leakage which will eventually lead to a failure. Given the previous history of binding on the nearside front brake, the brake assembly on that side should be checked to ensure the caliper pins are working freely and that the discs have not suffered uneven wear or corrosion from periods of inactivity.