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2018 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · DX18 USS

DX18 USS

2018 Ford KA (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2018. Recorded mileage 25,960 miles. MOT valid until 14/02/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.

Make & Model
FORD KA
Year / Origin
2018 · Chester
MOT Status
Valid until 14/02/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/03/2027)
Recorded Mileage
25,960 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 14/02/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/03/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2018
Engine
1198cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean result in its latest inspection. The most recent test conducted in January 2026 at 25,960 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the previous issues have been addressed. This transition from a failure to two consecutive clean passes suggests that the mechanical and structural integrity of the car is currently maintained to a passing standard. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,245 miles per year. Between February 2024 and January 2026, the car covered only 4,878 miles, showing a consistent pattern of light use. While this low mileage typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber seals or corrosion on brake surfaces if the vehicle is not driven regularly. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, given that the record noted thin front brake pads in February 2024 at 21,082 miles. Although the car has passed since then, the state of the pads and the condition of the discs should be verified. The failure in February 2023 due to a structural lump in the offside front tyre highlights the need to check the remaining tyres for bulges or flat spotting, which are common in vehicles that sit stationary for extended periods.

DX18 USS Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/01/2026
  • 25,960 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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DX18 USS Mileage History

  1. 07/02/202318,075 mi
  2. 07/02/202318,075 mi
  3. 06/02/202421,082 mi+3,007 mi
  4. 03/02/202523,682 mi+2,600 mi
  5. 26/01/202625,960 mi+2,278 mi

Average of roughly 2,657 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DX18 USS MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 5 Jun 2026, 00:03
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Ford Ka (DX18 USS) between February 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 26 January 2026 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: Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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