2018 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · LM18 AAU

The most recent MOT test conducted on 15 May 2025 resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories. Reviewing the testing history from 2022 through to 2025, the vehicle has maintained a consistently clean record with no failures or warnings noted by the examiners. This indicates a highly stable maintenance trend, suggesting that the vehicle has been kept in a condition that meets all essential safety and environmental standards without any documented deterioration in structural integrity, braking performance, or lighting systems. The recorded mileage of 27,636 miles is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, representing an annual usage rate of approximately 3,454 miles. While this low mileage suggests minimal mechanical wear on the engine, gearbox, and major drivetrain components, it also implies that the vehicle has likely been subject to long periods of standing or very infrequent use. From a mechanical perspective, this usage profile requires caution, as components that do not operate regularly can suffer from different types of degradation than those subject to high mileage, such as fluid breakdown or the seizing of moving parts. Because the MOT history is clean and the mileage is low, your physical inspection should focus on age-related perishing rather than wear-and-tear. Carefully inspect the tyres for sidewall cracking or perishing, as rubber compounds degrade over time regardless of tread depth. You should also examine the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting and check that the calipers are not binding, which is a common issue for vehicles that sit stationary for extended periods. During the test drive, listen for any suspension clunks or knocks that might indicate that bushes or dampers have stiffened or degraded due to lack of regular movement. It is also critical to verify that the vehicle has been maintained according to a time-based schedule rather than just a mileage-based one. Even with low mileage, engine oil, brake fluid, and coolant should be replaced at regular annual intervals to prevent chemical degradation and moisture contamination. Check the service book for these stamps to ensure the engine has not been running on old, acidic oil. Additionally, check the condition of the 12V battery, as infrequent driving often leads to sulphation, which can result in a failure to start when you require it most.