2010 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · RK60 TWN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 96,013 miles, this followed a failure just one month prior. That failure revealed a significant deficiency in parking brake efficiency, which fell below half of the required value, alongside lighting and tyre issues. The trend shows a recurring pattern of neglecting advisories, where the owner appears only to address faults once they reach the threshold of an MOT failure. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. Between December 2022 and December 2024, the car covered 9,378 miles, showing steady low-intensity usage. The jump of 2,535 miles between December 2024 and December 2025 aligns with this annual average. This low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but the age of the vehicle means rubber components and metal structures are degrading through oxidation rather than just mechanical friction. A physical inspection must focus on the persistent suspension corrosion which has been noted in every test since at least 2022. The 2022 record specifically flagged corroded coil springs and corroded shock absorber bodies, suggesting the structural integrity of the undercarriage is under constant threat. The buyer should check for deep rust on the subframe and mounting points, as general corrosion on this model often precedes serious structural failure. Additionally, the front oil leak noted in 2022 requires close monitoring to ensure it has not progressed into a significant leak over the subsequent four years of use.