2009 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · FE09 VHM

The vehicle currently presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of worsening structural integrity. While it passed its most recent MOT in March 2025 at 91,743 miles, this success followed a significant failure just eleven days prior. The tester initially flagged excessive corrosion on the offside front suspension mounting and rear wheel arches, which significantly reduced structural strength. Although the subsequent pass downgraded these issues to corrosion not considered excessive, the presence of deep rust in the inner sills suggests the chassis is reaching the end of its structural life. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 91,743 miles is low, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. However, the data shows a consistent accumulation of roughly 7,000 miles between March 2023 and March 2024, and another 8,400 miles in the following year. This low annual usage has not protected the vehicle from age-related degradation, as evidenced by the recurring reports of perished rubber components and components that often fail due to time and exposure rather than distance-based wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the inner sills, wheel arches, and suspension mounting points to determine if the corrosion has progressed since the last test. The history also reveals recurring issues with rear axle swivel pins and front suspension arm bushes, which indicate general wear across the lower assembly. The persistent oil leak noted since 2024 requires investigation to ensure it is not a major engine seal failure. Given the previous failure for seat belt anchorage floor pan corrosion in 2024, the structural health of the floor remains the primary risk for this vehicle.