2005 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · CT55 GDU

The 2005 Ford Ka presents a currently roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent pass on 25 February 2023 at 71,323 miles with no defects recorded. The vehicle carries a clean advisory and failure-free test outcome at its last examination, indicating no outstanding mechanical or structural concerns were raised by the tester within the official record. Recorded mileage stands at 71,323 miles against an age of roughly 21 years, equating to a low average of about 3,396 miles per year. The history shows 69,840 miles on 21 February 2022 and 71,323 miles on 25 February 2023, a gain of only 1,483 miles across twelve months. Two failed tests precede the passes in both 2022 and 2023, yet the DVSA entries list no defects for either failure, which suggests administrative or presentation issues at the testing station rather than mechanical faults. The sparse, clean record gives little basis to infer neglected consumables or deferred repairs. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and underbody corrosion given the vehicle's two-decade age and likely periods of standing. Low use often allows moisture ingress and perished rubber components to develop unseen. The absence of recorded advisories means the MOT offers no pointer to specific wear, so a qualified mechanic must verify structural integrity and exhaust emissions on the ramp. Given the twin pre-pass failures with zero noted defects, confirm with the seller why the Ka was rejected in February 2022 and February 2023. Such patterns can reflect trivial documentation mismatches, but they warrant clarification before purchase to avoid repeated test inconvenience.