2019 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · DP19 VSN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive consumable part replacement. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 58,476 miles passed, it revealed advisories for both front tyres being worn to the legal limit and showing edge wear. This follows a pattern established in the 2024 test where the tester flagged thin front brake pads and pitted discs alongside the same tyre issues. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical use for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,350 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage between September 2022 (19,322 miles) and August 2023 (36,057 miles), representing over 16,000 miles driven in a single year. Since then, usage has stabilized to roughly 10,000 to 12,000 miles per annum, which likely explains the accelerated wear observed on the front braking system and rubber components. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry and alignment, as the recurring edge wear on the front tyres suggests potential issues with the tracking or worn suspension bushes. The 2024 record of scored brake discs and thin pads indicates that the braking system was operated until the end of its service life before attention. Given the failure of the washer system in 2023, verify the pump and reservoir for leaks or blockages to ensure basic visibility equipment is properly maintained.