2010 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · HG10 TCZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a trend of worsening suspension-related issues. While it passed its latest test in December 2025 at 86,920 miles, it had failed just two miles prior due to multiple mechanical defects. The tester identified an excessively worn offside front suspension arm bush and a severely deteriorated nearside ball joint dust cover alongside corroded rear coil springs. This indicates that while repairs are being made, the suspension assembly is reaching the end of its service life. The mileage profile is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,432 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent usage, with 2,600 miles covered between November 2023 and December 2024, and 6,834 miles between December 2024 and December 2025. This low mileage suggests the car has not been subjected to high motorway stress, but it often accelerates the degradation of rubber components and corrosion which aligns with the recurring issues found in the exhaust and suspension mounting points. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the lower front suspension geometry to ensure the recent repairs were executed correctly. The history of a corroded exhaust box and defective mounting noted in 2023 suggests the exhaust system is prone to structural failure, requiring a close check for leaks or further thinning metal beyond the current advisory. Additionally, the recurring mention of a deteriorated registration plate across multiple years indicates a pattern of neglecting minor cosmetic and functional safety items until they reach a failure threshold.