Official DVLA Record

2002 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · CV02 AEE

CV02 AEE

2002 Ford KA (1.3L, petrol). First registered 12/04/2002. Recorded mileage 78,988 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
FORD KA
Year / Origin
2002 · Swansea
MOT Status
Valid until 18/05/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
78,988 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 18/05/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2002
Engine
1299cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a consistent history of passing tests. The most recent inspection conducted on 15 May 2025 at 78,988 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a single failure occurred on 28 April 2023 at 62,977 miles, the immediate pass the following day suggests a minor issue was rectified quickly, and the vehicle has maintained clean records since. The mileage profile is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,291 miles per year. Between May 2022 and May 2025, the car covered 22,753 miles, representing a steady usage of roughly 7,500 miles annually. This low usage suggests the vehicle was likely used for short trips or remained stationary for extended periods, which typically limits wear on the drivetrain and engine components. However, long periods of stationary use can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components, fluid acidity, and brake corrosion which are not reflected in mileage figures alone. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as low-mileage older Fords are prone to hidden rust in the sills and wheel arches. Despite the clean MOT history, the age of the vehicle means that suspension bushes and coil springs may have perished from age regardless of distance traveled. Inspect the brake discs for signs of pitting or seized calipers, as low mileage often results in surface corrosion if the car is not driven frequently.

CV02 AEE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2025
  • 78,988 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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CV02 AEE Mileage History

  1. 20/05/202256,235 mi
  2. 28/04/202362,977 mi+6,742 mi
  3. 29/04/202362,977 mi
  4. 17/05/202471,249 mi+8,272 mi
  5. 15/05/202578,988 mi+7,739 mi

Average of roughly 7,618 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

CV02 AEE MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 31 Aug 2026, 13:03
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Ford Ka (CV02 AEE) between May 2022 and May 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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