2004 Ford KA 1.6L Petrol · LR04 UTX

The 2022‑08‑25 MOT passed with only minor defects, confirming that the 2004 Ford Ka remains roadworthy, though the recurring suspension arm play and tyre wear indicate a stable but not improving maintenance record. Mileage has risen from 29,767 miles in 2012 to 63,897 miles in 2022, a gain of 34,130 miles over ten years, averaging roughly 3,400 miles per year; the jump from 34,797 miles in 2013 to 41,136 miles in 2014 shows a period of accelerated use, while earlier intervals such as 2012‑2013 and 2015‑2016 display slower accumulation, suggesting the vehicle spent time idle before recent activity. A buyer should therefore inspect the front and rear suspension arm pins and bushes for excessive movement, verify tyre tread depth and edge wear, examine the condition of the front brake pads and discs for wear, and check for any fresh coolant leaks or structural rust on the exhaust system and chassis, as the history records persistent corrosion, rear axle bush movement and missing steering locking devices. The recent MOT shows that emissions and brake performance are currently acceptable, but the cumulative evidence of suspension wear, tyre degradation and ongoing rust points to a need for a thorough physical assessment of these components before purchase.