2015 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · GU65 WSD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding the exhaust system integrity. The most recent test in November 2025 at 78,683 miles identified a minor leak at the front exhaust near the flexi pipe. This follows a similar advisory from December 2024 at 69,003 miles, where a leak was noted at the nearside rear exhaust join. While the car passed these tests, the recurring nature of these leaks suggests progressive corrosion of the exhaust assembly that requires eventual replacement. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old city car, averaging approximately 7,153 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with roughly 9,600 miles covered between December 2024 and November 2025. This consistent interval indicates regular regular use rather than long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for seals and mechanical components. However, the gap between October 2022 and December 2023 tests shows a slight drop in annual mileage before returning to the current average. A buyer must specifically inspect the steering and suspension components due to the failure recorded in October 2022. That test flagged play in the offside front steering rack inner joints alongside uneven tyre wear on both front wheels. While these issues were rectified for the subsequent pass, the buyer should verify that no steering wander or knocks remain and that the repair was properly executed. Additionally, the recurring exhaust leaks warrant a close physical inspection for structural rust around the hangers and pipework to avoid a failure in the near future.