2011 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · GX11 KPR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward neglected suspension components. While it passed its latest test in February 2026 at 70,483 miles, the tester identified multiple failures including a coolant leak and severely deteriorated ball joint dust covers on the nearside and offside front suspension arms, as well as the offside upper anti-roll bar linkage. This indicates that while the car is legal to drive, the owner is only reacting to points of failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 15 years old, the recorded mileage of 70,483 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. This low usage often suggests lighter road exposure but also correlates with the degradation of rubber components and seals due to sitting. There is a significant gap in the records between February 2024 and February 2025, during which the vehicle covered only 2,210 miles. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to multiple suspension faults in 2026 suggests that age-related wear is now overtaking low mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and cooling system. The recurring history of worn ball joints and anti-roll bar links across 2022 and 2026 indicates the front end is fragile. The coolant leak noted in the most recent test requires immediate investigation to check the water pump or hoses to prevent overheating. Additionally, the previous reports of oil leaks and misting shock absorbers from 2022 should be re-checked for active weeping that may not have been flagged as failures in subsequent MOT tests.