2014 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · GU64 DDF

The vehicle presents a consistent history of passing tests, yet the record reveals a pattern of deferred minor mechanical maintenance. In the most recent test on September 2025 at 60,004 miles, the car passed with an advisory for a front inner brake disc being pitted and scored. This is a recurring issue, first noted in September 2024 at 58,226 miles, suggesting that while the components remain within legal limits for now, the braking system is showing signs of surface corrosion or neglect due to low-use cycles. At 60,000 miles over twelve years, the Ford Ka has a significantly low average of approximately 5,000 miles per year. This low-mile profile often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear. The record supports this, as the 2024 test flagged the nearside front tyre for perishing and cracking, alongside widespread corrosion found on all four coil springs. The presence of an offside front oil leak in 2024 also indicates that the vehicle may have sat for extended periods, which can cause seals to dry out. The structural and suspension-related items require close attention. The 2024 advisory regarding a corroded offside front brake pipe covered in grease is a red flag, as grease often masks the extent of metal decay. Furthermore, the 2021 test noted a worn upper Macpherson strut bush at 46,643 miles; while this did not cause a failure, it marks the beginning of aging in the suspension geometry. A buyer should verify that the oil leak has been addressed and inspect the integrity of the coil springs to ensure the reported corrosion has not progressed into structural fractures.