2004 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · FL54 VLO

The vehicle is currently in a stable roadworthy condition based on the most recent MOT pass on 21 June 2024. The record shows a consistent pattern of passing tests without any recorded defects or advisories, suggesting a well-maintained mechanical state. While the car failed tests on 15 June 2022 and 21 June 2024, the lack of listed defects for those failures suggests these were likely administrative errors or minor issues rectified immediately on the same day. The mileage is exceptionally low for a twenty-two year old vehicle, averaging roughly 2,748 miles per year. Between 23 June 2022 and 21 June 2024, the odometer rose from 45,156 to 60,445 miles. This indicates a recent increase in usage, with over 15,000 miles covered in the last two years compared to the lower averages of its earlier life. Such a shift in usage patterns often puts fresh stress on components that may have degraded while the car sat idle. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the chassis and suspension. Ford Kas of this era are prone to severe structural corrosion, particularly around the sills and suspension mounting points, which the MOT record does not explicitly flag as a recurring issue here. Because the car has spent much of its life with very low mileage, rubber components like suspension bushes, tyre sidewalls, and brake hoses may have perished due to age rather than wear. Check for signs of seizing in the brake calipers and ensure the engine oil and coolant have been changed recently. Low-mileage vehicles often suffer from internal sludge buildup if oil change intervals were based on mileage rather than time. Verify that the tyres are not aged-out, even if the tread depth remains legal, to avoid the risk of sudden failure.