2010 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · LG60 WGF

The 2010 Ford Ka has a recent MOT on 2025-08-15, recorded at 88,318 miles, which passed but noted multiple minor defects. These included a cloudy nearside front headlamp, a non-excessive oil leak, rear sub-frame corrosion, a minor exhaust leak, worn suspension bushings, and a slightly damaged nearside rear tyre. The 2024-08-02 MOT, just 5,867 miles earlier, showed similar issues, with additional tyre wear and shock absorber corrosion. A failed MOT on the same date (82,448 miles) highlighted the same tyre tread depth issues and shock absorber wear, suggesting unresolved problems. The pattern of defects shows recurring corrosion (sub-frame, exhaust, shock absorbers), oil leaks, and tyre wear. While some issues like the oil leak and headlight clouding were minor, the repeated corrosion and suspension component wear indicate potential long-term reliability concerns. The 2023 MOT had only a minor tyre issue, and the 2022 MOT was clean, suggesting the vehicle was in better condition two years prior. However, the 2024-2025 MOTs reveal a worsening trend, particularly with suspension and exhaust components. The vehicle’s mileage of 88,318 miles over 16 years equates to roughly 5,520 miles annually, which is low for its age. This could imply lighter use, but it also raises concerns about periods of inactivity, which may accelerate corrosion and rubber component degradation.