2005 Ford KA 1.6L Petrol · FN05 WSJ

The 2005 Ford Ka exhibits a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 5 September 2025 at 91,906 miles with zero defects recorded. The vehicle consistently passes its MOT tests, demonstrating sound structural integrity and mechanical reliability. A failure occurred on 6 January 2022 at 85,581 miles, though the subsequent retest on 10 January 2022 passed without any recorded defects, indicating the issue was promptly rectified. The current roadworthiness status remains excellent based on the DVSA records. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 4,376 miles per year. Between the 2022 test at 85,586 miles and the 2023 test at 89,224 miles, the car covered 3,638 miles over a sixteen-month period. The 2024 test at 91,353 miles and the 2025 test at 91,906 miles show a significant drop in usage, with only 553 miles covered in the preceding fourteen months. This recent stagnation suggests the vehicle may have spent extended periods stationary, which can cause its own mechanical issues despite the low overall mileage. Given the low mileage and recent periods of inactivity, a buyer must inspect components susceptible to deterioration from standing rather than wear. Check the condition of the tyres for flat-spotting and sidewall perishing, alongside the brake discs for surface corrosion that can cause binding or juddering. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, and examine the exhaust system for corrosion exacerbated by short, cold journeys. Verify the structural integrity of the sills and subframes, ensuring no hidden rust has taken hold during the vehicle's stationary phases.