2010 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · EL08 LAY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension and steering components. While it passed the latest test in January 2026 at 59,742 miles, the tester identified a worn nearside front suspension arm bush and play in the steering steering rack inner joints. This represents a regression from the clean 2023 and 2024 records, indicating that front-end components are beginning to fail despite the low mileage. The recorded mileage of 59,742 miles over 16 years reflects exceptionally low annual use, averaging approximately 3,734 miles per year. This low usage often results in vehicles sitting stationary for extended periods, which accelerates the degradation of rubber components and promotes corrosion on metal surfaces. A significant gap of 4,705 miles exists between August 2022 and August 2023, followed by a rapid burst of 7,610 miles in just fourteen months, which correlates with the appearance of mechanical wear in more recent tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to assess the extent of the play in the steering rack. The recurring mention of suspension arm bushes in 2025 and 2026 suggests the entire front assembly may be nearing the end of its service life. Furthermore, the 2022 advisory regarding structural corrosion on the integral body structure requires a close look at the sills and wheel arches to ensure the rust has not progressed from surface level to a structural failure that would compromise the vehicle's integrity in future MOT tests.