2012 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · FD61 NJK

The 2026-02-10 MOT for the 2012 Ford Ka resulted in a pass, but several issues were noted, including a non-excessive oil leak, a damaged offside rear tyre, a nearside rear tyre with a nail, and rear axle corrosion. These findings suggest ongoing maintenance needs, particularly around corrosion and tyre condition. The vehicle’s low mileage of 57,582 miles (about 4,113 miles per year) for its 14-year age implies either light use or extended periods of inactivity, which can accelerate corrosion and degrade rubber components. Recurring corrosion on the rear axle beam appears in multiple MOT records, including 2025-02-12, 2025-02-07, and 2026-02-10. This indicates a persistent vulnerability to environmental wear, likely exacerbated by low mileage and potential exposure to moisture. Suspension components also show repeated issues: worn bushes and ball joints in 2025-02-07, 2023-02-02, and 2024-02-14. While some repairs were addressed by 2026, the recurrence suggests possible underlying structural or maintenance challenges. The 2025-02-07 MOT failure highlighted serious suspension and exhaust problems, including a major exhaust leak and worn shock absorber bushes. These were resolved by 2026, but the 2024-02-14 MOT noted near-limit tyre wear and thin brake pads, indicating gradual deterioration of consumables. The trend shows mixed progress: some issues were fixed, but corrosion and suspension wear persist, raising concerns about long-term reliability.