2004 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · LM04 UHB

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by deteriorating structural integrity and recurring mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test in June 2025 at 76,795 miles, this followed a catastrophic failure just ten days prior. The June 2025 failure revealed critical structural defects, including excessive corrosion on the offside rear chassis and floor to sill sections. The fact that the vehicle passed shortly after these major failures suggests reactive repairs were made to meet the minimum standard rather than a comprehensive restoration of the platform. At 22 years old, the car has covered 76,795 miles, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. This low usage pattern typically suggests less wear, but the data indicates the vehicle has suffered from long periods of neglect. Between July 2023 at 68,198 miles and June 2024 at 72,811 miles, the car covered fewer 4,600 miles, yet failed on basic maintenance items such as tyre depth and headlamp alignment despite the low mileage. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the chassis and sills, as the history shows a clear trend of corrosion progressing from surface rust in 2024 to deep structural decay in 2025. The front suspension bushes are a recurring point of failure, flagged as worn in 2023 and excessively worn in 2025. Additionally, the persistent front oil leak noted across the last three tests indicates a long-term issue that the owner has failed to resolve. The distorted nearside front rim noted in 2025 also suggests a previous impact that may have affected the steering geometry or suspension components.