2010 Ford KA 1.2L Diesel · CE60 FHC

This 2010 Ford Ka presents an unusual MOT history in that it shows a perfectly clean advisory and defect record, but the test ledger contains two separate FAILED entries on the same dates as PASS entries, which suggests retest scenarios rather than unresolved mechanical faults. The 2026-02-05 result shows a pass with no defects recorded, immediately following a fail on the same day with no defects listed, and a near-identical pattern appears on 2024-02-22. In MOT protocol this typically indicates a tester-issue or administrative anomaly, or a momentary rectification between tests, rather than chronic component failure. Across all recorded tests the vehicle has never carried any advisories relating to corrosion, brake wear, suspension deterioration, or exhaust integrity, which for a sixteen-year-old city car is a notably clean roadworthiness profile. Mechanically, the absence of any recurring flagged items suggests the braking system, steering and suspension components, exhaust, and underbody structure have remained within prescribed limits throughout the recorded testing period. With 80,348 miles recorded over roughly sixteen years, the vehicle averages around 5,022 miles per year, which is modest for a small petrol runabout and points to a usage pattern skewed towards low-speed urban driving rather than sustained motorway use. There are no large mileage gaps between successive tests, with annual readings indicating the car has been in regular but light use rather than laid up for extended periods. Lower annual mileage generally reduces wear on high-stress items such as the clutch, turbocharger (if applicable), and main engine bearings, while simultaneously placing greater burden on items that suffer from inactivity, namely the braking system through surface corrosion on discs and drums, and the cooling and fuel systems through internal oxidation. For this Ka, the lack of brake or suspension advisories suggests that despite the modest annual mileage, the braking surfaces and underbody components have remained serviceable, though the buyer should remain mindful that low-mileage cars can mask component ageing behind outwardly clean test results. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any specific advisories means there are no targeted component warnings to investigate, but the mileage profile and age still warrant a focused physical inspection. On a test drive, listen carefully for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn anti-roll bar drop links or top mount deterioration common to this platform. Check for any pulling to one side under braking, uneven pedal feel, or vibration through the steering wheel, all of which could suggest warped front discs or binding caliper slides given the modest annual mileage. Inspect the rear silencer and exhaust mounting rubbers for cracking or sagging, as these Ka units can suffer exhaust hanger failure with age, and verify that the cooling system holds pressure with no signs of coolant loss from the reservoir. Finally, examine the inner wheel arches, jacking points, and rear axle beam for any surface rust bubbling through the paintwork, since the clean MOT record only confirms the condition on the day of test and corrosion can progress between annual examinations.