2013 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · BK13 DVH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift towards developing mechanical wear issues. While the most recent test in March 2025 at 76,709 miles resulted in a pass, it revealed new defects including an oil sump leak, play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage, and a minor exhaust box leak. These issues follow a failure in 2024 where the exhaust system was flagged as insecure, indicating that the exhaust and suspension components are now requiring proactive attention. The mileage profile is consistently low for a thirteen-year-old Ford Ka, averaging approximately 5,900 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 10,836 miles between March 2023 and March 2024, followed by another 5,245 miles leading to the 2025 test. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components such as suspension bushes and seals due to age rather, which aligns with the worn bushes found on the rear shock absorbers recorded during the 2024 failure. A physical inspection must focus on the persistent oil leak originating from the central front, which appeared in both the 2024 and 2025 records. The buyer should verify that the exhaust system is now secure and that the leak at the exhaust box has been addressed. Furthermore, the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage requires immediate checking for play to prevent further handling instability. Given the previous history of significant tyre failures in 2023, a thorough check of the current sidewalls and tread depth is necessary to ensure no structural damage remains on the rubber.