2007 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · GU07 RKF

The overall roadworthiness status is currently failing, as the most recent MOT test on 11 May 2022 at 83,828 miles was passed with no recorded defects. However, this recent passing is not indicative of a stable maintenance trend; rather, it represents a distinct gap in the record between May 2022 and May 2021, where the vehicle failed at 77,958 miles on 12 May 2021. This 1,879-mile gap in the MOT history suggests that basic upkeep was skipped between the two most recent tests, potentially allowing wear on components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake discs to accumulate. The mileage pattern is characterized by rapid accumulation during the 2021 test, which occurred at 77,959 miles on 12 May 2021, followed by a subsequent failure on 11 May 2021 at 77,958 miles. This rapid increase in mileage over a short period, combined with the lack of a passing test in 2022, indicates that the vehicle is under significant wear. Given that the vehicle is approximately 19 years old with 4,412 miles per year, this pattern suggests that the drivetrain and suspension systems have degraded, likely due to neglect or misuse, rather than just minor consumable wear like worn tyres or wiper blades. A buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to assess the condition of critical structural and mechanical components identified in the MOT record, specifically the suspension, brakes, and exhaust emissions. The most recent test on 11 May 2022 at 83,828 miles showed no defects, but the 1,879-mile gap between May 2022 and May 2021 implies that wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake discs may have occurred during the interim. A thorough visual inspection is required to verify the integrity of these components, as the failure at 77,958 miles in 2021 and the subsequent failure at 77,958 miles in 2021 highlight a lack of regular maintenance that could lead to catastrophic failure.