2008 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · LG58 VBP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy having passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 26,432 miles. While the car maintains a passing status, the maintenance trend shows a concerning progression regarding structural integrity. The 2025 test identified corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear suspension component mounting areas, which evolved from the slight corrosion noted in the previous year. This indicates active surface oxidation despite the low annual mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,468 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2025, the car covered only 7,055 miles, suggesting long periods of inactivity or storage. This low usage often preserves mechanical components like the drivetrain but frequently leads to rubber-based parts and structural metals degrading or corroding due to age and moisture rather than mechanical wear. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the inner sills and suspension mounting points. The MOT record flags recurring rust in these specific areas across 2024 and 2025, suggesting that the structural integrity is beginning to degrade. Furthermore, the history shows a pattern of tyre failure due to perishing and cracking rather than tread wear, seen in the 2023 and 2024 tests. This confirms that the rubber components are reaching the end of their life cycle due to age and should be checked for sidewall cracking regardless of remaining tread depth.