2005 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · PL05 ATF

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy following a critical failure on 28 May 2025 at 28,736 miles. The maintenance trend has shifted from stable to worsening, with the most recent test revealing severe structural degradation. The tester identified excessive corrosion in prescribed areas of the outer sill and inner sills at the rear, noting that this significantly reduces the structural strength of the chassis. This follows a pattern of worsening rust, as the offside front chassis had already failed on 11 June 2024. The recorded mileage is exceptionally low for a twenty-one year old vehicle, averaging roughly 1,368 miles per year. There is a notable jump in usage between June 2023 and June 2024, where the odometer rose from 20,774 to 27,343 miles. This suggests the car spent long periods stationary before entering a phase of more frequent use. Low mileage on an older Ford Ka often masks the effects of standing, which frequently accelerates the type of chassis corrosion seen in the recent records. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the structural integrity and suspension. The May 2025 failure highlighted not only severe sill corrosion but also worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes, alongside a perished front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover. These issues, combined with a history of worn suspension arm pins in 2021, indicate a systemic failure of the chassis and suspension components. The record also shows a recurring neglect of consumables. The vehicle failed on tyre tread and sidewall cuts in 2016, 2024, and 2025, while brake hose deterioration was flagged as an advisory in 2020 and 2022. This pattern suggests a reactive approach to maintenance rather than a preventative one. Any prospective buyer should verify if the extensive structural welding required after the May 2025 failure was carried out to a professional standard.