2016 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · LB65 SZP

This 2016 Ford Ka presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 25 February 2026 at 53,684 miles with zero defects recorded. The preceding test on 27 February 2025 at 48,128 miles also passed without advisories, confirming a consistent pattern of full compliance across the most recent two MOT cycles. A single failed test on 23 February 2024 at 43,373 miles shows no recorded defects, suggesting the failure may have been administrative or related to a documentation issue rather than a mechanical fault, as the very next day's retest at 43,379 miles passed cleanly. No recurring defects, corrosion warnings, or component wear advisories appear anywhere in the record. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,368 miles per year. Between the February 2023 test at 39,082 miles and the February 2025 test at 48,128 miles, the car covered roughly 9,046 miles over two years, which is modest but steady. The jump from 48,128 miles in February 2025 to 53,684 miles by February 2026 represents approximately 5,556 miles in twelve months, indicating slightly increased recent usage. There are no suspicious mileage gaps or reversals in the record, and the odometer progression appears entirely consistent and plausible. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas that MOT tests only sample at specific intervals. The underbody and suspension mounting points deserve close attention, as low-mileage vehicles that have spent extended periods stationary can develop surface corrosion on subframes, brake lines, and exhaust components that may not yet constitute an MOT failure but could indicate long-term structural risk. Front suspension lower arm bushes and rear beam bushes should be checked for perishing, particularly if the car has spent time on uneven surfaces or with infrequent use. Brake discs and pads should be measured for thickness and uneven wear, as light usage can lead to disc corrosion rather than even pad wear, which may not trigger an MOT advisory until it becomes severe. Tyre condition, including sidewall cracking from age rather than tread depth, warrants inspection given the vehicle's age, even if tread remains within legal limits. The exhaust system, particularly the flexible joint and mounting rubbers, should be examined for corrosion and gas leaks that may not yet have affected emissions readings.