2010 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · KP10 HSA

The vehicle presents a concerning mechanical profile characterized by a trend of worsening structural and suspension integrity. While it passed its most recent MOT in August 2024 at 101,366 miles, the failure just one day prior revealed critical structural issues. The tester identified excessive corrosion on the nearside rear suspension component mounting area which significantly reduced the structural strength of the body sill. This represents a progression from the 2023 test where the same area was noted as not yet seriously weakened, indicating active and accelerating rust decay. The mileage pattern is consistent with a sixteen-year-old small car, averaging approximately 6,335 miles per year. Between August 2022 at 93,926 miles and August 2024 at 101,366 miles, the vehicle covered 7,440 miles, suggesting steady but low-frequency use. However, the low mileage has not prevented the degradation of key components, as the recurring issues with rust and perished components appear to be driven by age-related oxidation rather than distance-based wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody, specifically focusing on the sill and rear suspension mounting points. The record shows a persistent history of corrosion across all four coil springs and suspension arms, which were flagged as corroded in 2024. The braking system has also shown signs of neglect, with a binding nearside front brake and low parking brake efficiency recorded during the 2024 failure. Additionally, the persistent distortion of all four road wheels since 2022 suggests the vehicle may have suffered significant impacts or poor road conditions, which could affect alignment and hub bearings.