2012 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · HV12 ABX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass on 24 October 2024 at 114,096 miles. While the most recent test showed no defects, the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of intermittent failure followed by reactive repairs. The car failed its inspections in both November 2023 and October 2024, only to pass upon re-testing. This suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical issues when necessitated by a legal failure rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 114,096 miles represents an average of approximately 8,150 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a small city car. The data shows consistent movement between September 2022 (104,056 miles) and November 2023 (107,485 miles), covering roughly 3,400 miles in 14 months. However, the vehicle covered 6,611 miles in the year between the 2023 and 2024 tests. This recent increase in usage frequency increases the likelihood of accelerated wear on rubber components, suspension bushes, and braking systems. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically checking the sills and wheel arches for corrosion which are common failure points for this model. Since the MOT record does not list specific defects for the previous failures, it is vital to check for binding calipers, leaking shock absorbers, or exhaust system corrosion that may have triggered those rejections. Inspect the brake discs for thinness or uneven wear patterns, as the history of recurring failures suggests the vehicle may have operated with components nearing their functional limit before the service was performed.