2009 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · EK59 FXM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 69,465 miles resulted in a pass, it identified a coolant leak that requires immediate attention. This follows a significant failure in February 2025 where multiple front-end suspension and braking components failed simultaneously. The trend suggests the vehicle is kept functional but the owners only address mechanical faults once they reach the point of an MOT failure. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 69,465 miles is remarkably low, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. This low usage suggests the car has likely sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and internal corrosion despite low mechanical wear. Between January 2024 and February 2025, the vehicle covered only 2,600 miles, yet it still suffered from worn suspension bushes and thin brake discs, indicating that age-related material fatigue is more significant than mileage-driven wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension and cooling system. The 2025 failure highlighted excessively worn suspension arm bushes and thin front brake discs, which should be checked to ensure the subsequent repairs were completed to a standard. The coolant leak noted in the 2026 test is a priority concern that could lead to engine overheating if left unaddressed. Given the low mileage and history of misting shock absorbers, the buyer should also check for perished rubber hoses and seized brake caliper de-perators, as these are common failure points for vehicles that are used infrequently.