2012 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · MT12 VLU

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status following a clean pass in August 2025. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent period of instability regarding the exhaust system. In August 2025 at 63,279 miles, the car failed due to a major backbox leak, an insecure exhaust, and a failure to complete emissions testing. The fact that these issues were rectified to pass just five miles later at 63,284 miles indicates a reactive approach to mechanical repairs rather than proactive preventative maintenance. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 63,284 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 4,500 miles. This low usage often suggests less wear on the drivetrain but can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and corrosion from vehicle sitting. The data shows consistent usage of roughly 2,000 to 2,200 miles per year between 2022 and 2025. This steady pattern suggests the vehicle is used for short trips, which frequently contributes to the emissionsrelated issues seen in the 2025 failure. A buyer must inspect the exhaust system thoroughly to ensure the recent replacement backbox is secured and not leaking at the joints. The 2022 test flagged thin offside front brake pads at 56,744 miles, so the remaining life on those consumables should be verified. Given the age of the Ford Ka, a physical inspection should focus on structural corrosion on the sills and suspension mounting points, as these are common failure points for this model that remain unrecorded here. The recent emissions failure also warrants a check of the engine's performance to ensure it is operating at optimal temperatures.