2009 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · GV58 UBO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of structural and mechanical degradation. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 67,557 miles passed, the record shows a history of escalating corrosion and component wear. The car suffered a failure in March 2024 due to significant structural strength loss in the rear suspension mounting and subframe areas. Although the subsequent tests downgraded these issues to not considered excessive, the persistent presence of rust in the sills and mounting points suggests an active oxidation process. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 67,557 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. This low usage pattern directly correlates with several issues noted in the record, specifically the perishing of rubber-based components. Between March 2023 and April 2026 the vehicle covered only 4,664 miles, yet the tester consistently flagged perished and cracking tyres across multiple years. This indicates that the material is failing due to age and inactivity rather than mechanical strain. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the structural integrity of the sills and subframe mounting points. The tester has repeatedly identified corrosion in the nearside and offside rear suspension areas, which are critical failure points for this model. The steering rack also shows signs of wear, with play noted in the inner joints and a front ball joint reported in both 2024 and 2025. Furthermore, the persistent engine oil leak and steering rack weep noted in the last three tests, while currently not excessive, indicate aging seals that will likely require attention soon.