2012 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · OV62 AUC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean result in its most recent inspection. The test on 24 September 2025 at 38,734 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the car currently meets all statutory requirements. Following a single failure in September 2023, the vehicle has passed two consecutive tests without recorded issues, suggesting that any previous faults were addressed and have not recurred. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old Ford Ka, averaging approximately 2,767 miles per year. Between September 2022 and September 2024, the car covered only 7,518 miles, with the most recent interval showing just 4,079 miles covered over the last two fourteen months. This consistent low-usage profile suggests the vehicle has sat stationary for long periods. However, such low mileage can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and the accumulation of fluid issues that do not manifest through standard mechanical wear. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on signs of age-related decay despite the clean MOT history. Low-mileage vehicles often suffer from oxidised suspension bushes, perish tyre sidewalls, and seized brake calipers due to lack of use. The chassis requires close scrutiny for corrosion, particularly around the sills and wheel arches, as these areas are prone to structural rust on this model regardless of distance driven. Testing the brakes for binding and checking for fluid leaks is essential to ensure the long periods of standing have not caused internal mechanical degradation.