2013 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · CF13 OPW

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend is reactive rather than proactive. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 83,698 miles, this followed a significant failure just six days prior. The January 2026 failure revealed multiple critical mechanical issues, including a major exhaust leak, a worn offside driveshaft, and failing suspension bushes and bushes. This suggests that repairs are only addressed when forced by an MOT failure, rather than following a preventative service schedule. The recorded mileage of 83,698 miles over 13 years averages to approximately 6,400 miles per annum, which is consistent with low-to-moderate city use. However, the data shows a spike in usage between January 2024 and December 2024, where the car covered over 5,500 miles in eleven months. This period of increased activity likely correlates with the accelerated wear seen on consumable components, such as the structural tyre failure and the mist leaking front shock absorbers noted in the late 2024 tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and structural integrity. The record consistently flags corrosion on the rear axle and associated suspension components dating back to late 2024, which is a primary concern for a Ford of this age. The suspension also requires close scrutiny as the inner edge wear on front tyres indicates an alignment issue or worn ball joints that were recently flagged. Additionally, the oil leak at the offside driveshaft reported in early 2026 should be verified to ensure it has not progressed into a more significant leak since the passing test.