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2015 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · KA65 ARA

KA65 ARA

2015 Ford KA (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/11/2015. Recorded mileage 49,817 miles. MOT valid until 18/11/2026. Taxed until 01/11/2026.

Make & Model
FORD KA
Year / Origin
2015 · Borehamwood (Luton)
MOT Status
Valid until 18/11/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/11/2026)
Recorded Mileage
49,817 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 18/11/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/11/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2015
Engine
1242cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent inspection on 10 November 2025 with 49,817 miles. While the record shows two instances of failure on the same day as passes, the lack of recorded defects in those failures suggests minor administrative issues or minor consumable items that were rectified immediately rather than systemic mechanical failures. The trend indicates a vehicle that maintains a consistent level of compliance over the last three years of testing. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. Between the November 2023 test at 41,004 miles and the November 2025 test at 49,817 miles, the car covered 8,813 miles, showing consistent low-intensity usage. This pattern generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though low-mile vehicles can sometimes suffer from degradation of rubber-based components or corrosion on brake discs if the car sits for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as older Ford Ka models are prone to corrosion in specific areas regardless of mileage. Despite the clean MOT history, the inspector should verify the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perishing or cracking. Given the low mileage, it is also vital to check the brake calipers for seizing or pitting on the discs, which often occurs on vehicles that are not driven frequently enough to clear away surface rust.

KA65 ARA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/11/2025
  • 49,817 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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KA65 ARA Mileage History

  1. 16/11/202341,004 mi
  2. 16/11/202341,004 mi
  3. 11/11/202445,186 mi+4,182 mi
  4. 10/11/202549,817 mi+4,631 mi
  5. 10/11/202549,817 mi

Average of roughly 4,441 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KA65 ARA MOT History

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MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Ford Ka (KA65 ARA) between November 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 10 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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