2011 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · HV61 VDP

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently poor, showing a worsening trend of mechanical neglect and reactive maintenance. The most recent test in April 2026 at 105,890 miles resulted in a failure due to multiple critical defects, including a major exhaust leak and severely reduced headlamp intensity. While the vehicle passed in early 2025, the immediate return to failure suggests a lack of pre-test inspection and consistent mechanical upkeep. The vehicle has covered 105,890 miles over approximately 15 years, averaging roughly 7,000 miles per year. This low annual mileage is typical for an older city car, but the data history reveals a high concentration of faults within the last two years. Between February 2024 and April 2026, the car covered only 1,771 miles yet underwent three separate MOT examinations, indicating that while the car is driven infrequently, components are being allowed to fail rather than being serviced on a preventative schedule. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on the braking and exhaust systems. The braking system is a recurring weak point, with rear brakes grabbing in 2024 and requiring urgent adjustment by February 2025. Furthermore, the front discs were already noted as pitted and scored in 2024. The major exhaust leak identified in 2026 likely indicates a degraded manifold or pipe section that has suffered from corrosion common in vehicles of this age. Attention should also be paid to the suspension, as an offside front track rod end was flagged for play in 2025. The repeated failures of lighting components, specifically stop lamps and headlights, suggest a disregard for basic vehicle maintenance. Given the history of structural-related failures like exhaust leaks, a detailed check for mounting rust on the chassis is essential before any purchase.