2002 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · ML52 UBG
2002 Ford KA (1.3L, petrol). First registered 19 Nov 2002. Recorded mileage 32,695 miles. MOT valid until 05 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD KA
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 32,695 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ML52 UBG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/11/2025
- 32,695 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ML52 UBG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Ford Ka (ML52 UBG) between March 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Central Rear Fuel tank leaking Major fuel leak from tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bottom arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bottom arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
ML52 UBG Mileage History
- 04/03/202329,944 mi
- 27/06/202329,960 mi+16 mi
- 11/10/202431,515 mi+1,555 mi
- 25/10/202431,422 mi-93 mi
- 06/11/202532,695 mi+1,273 mi
Average of roughly 1,027 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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