2008 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · RF08 FWS

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection in January 2025 at 69,897 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reactive, as evidenced by a pattern of immediate re-tests following failures. The failures recorded in December 2024 and December 2023, followed quickly by passes, suggest that the owner addresses specific defects only when necessary to satisfy the legal testing standard rather than following a preventative mechanical schedule. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,883 miles per year. The data shows a significant period of inactivity between December 2022 at 67,066 miles and December 2023 at 69,516 miles, where the car covered only 2,450 miles in a year. While this reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, long periods of standing often lead to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and seized brake calipers due to lack of fluid movement. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older vehicles of this era are prone to corrosion that the MOT test may not catch until it becomes perforation. Given the low mileage, check the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for dry cracking, which occurs with age regardless of distance. The brake system should also be examined for pitting on the discs, as infrequent use frequently results in surface rust that can compromise braking performance over time.