2009 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · NJ09 MBY

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, though the history reveals a pattern of inconsistency regarding MOT compliance. The most recent test on 31 October 2022 at 86,652 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating a period of stability. However, this outcome followed two failures within a six-day window earlier in October of that year. This sequence suggests that while the vehicle is capable of meeting standards, the previous owner engaged in reactive maintenance to address immediate failures rather than a proactive preventative schedule. At 17 years of age, the recorded mileage of 86,652 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,100 miles per annum. The data shows a significant gap between the October 2021 test at 80,519 miles and the October 2022 test at 86,652 miles, representing only 6,133 miles driven. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often leads to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and surface corrosion on brake discs due to long periods of inactivity between tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis, as older Ford Ka models are prone to deep-seated rust in the sills and rear wheel arches. Focus specifically on the suspension bushes and coil springs, which can crack or fail regardless of the low mileage recorded. Given the multiple failures in 2022 that did not list specific defects in the summary, verify the state of the brake calipers and exhaust system to ensure that the issues which caused those previous failures have been permanently rectified rather than merely masked.