2013 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · NG62 DXT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on August 14, 2025, at 57,006 miles, but the maintenance trend shows a clear degradation of suspension components over time. A failure occurred just one day prior to the most recent test due to excessively worn nearside and offside front suspension arm bushes, along with a damaged offside rear shock absorber. While these specific issues appear to have been rectified, the recurring nature of suspension faults suggests a reactive approach to maintenance rather than proactive replacement of parts. At 13 years old, the Ford Ka has a low recorded mileage of 57,006 miles, averaging approximately 4,385 miles per year. The usage pattern remains consistent across the records, with roughly 5,000 miles driven between September 2024 and August 2025. However, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from the accelerated degradation of rubber components and increased corrosion due to long periods of stationary, which is evidenced in the consistent reports of corroded coil springs and rear axle corrosion throughout the history. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the underbody to assess the structural integrity of the rear axle, which was flagged in 2022 and 2024. Given the persistent history of corrosion on all four coil springs and the recent failure of suspension bushes, the entire geometry should be checked for play or misalignment. The front brake discs also require attention, as they have been noted as pitted and scored in 2023 and 2024, indicating they may be nearing the end of their effective life despite the low annual mileage.