2010 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · EF59 SFZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in November 2025, but the mechanical history reveals a worsening trend regarding front-end suspension integrity. While the car passed without defects in late 2024, the most recent test at 54,255 miles resulted in failure due to excessively worn nearside front suspension arm ball joints. The presence of play in the offside joint and worn inner bushes indicates that the suspension components are reaching the end of their functional life simultaneously. At 54,261 miles, this sixteen-year-old Ford Ka shows exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 3,400 miles per year. This low usage suggests infrequent travel or long periods of standing, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components regardless of mechanical wear. The record shows a significant gap in mileage between the March 2024 test and the November 2024 test, during which the vehicle covered only 5,230 miles. This pattern of use explains the deterioration of the ball joint dust covers noted in earlier inspections. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension to ensure that the ball joints and bushes identified in the November 2025 failure were actually replaced rather than merely adjusted. The recurring issue of both front tyres wearing on the inner edge suggests a persistent alignment problem or camber caused by worn suspension geometry that remains unaddressed. Additionally, the nearside rear brake should be checked, as the binding condition noted in March 2024 indicates a tendency for the caliper or sliders to seize due to the low-usage profile of the vehicle.