2014 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · RV14 MTY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a maintenance trend that leans towards reactive rather than preventative care. While it passed the July 2025 test at 65,718 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior where significant exhaust and tyre related issues were identified. The persistence of the nearside front wheel play and the worn rear tyre in the most recent pass suggests that while the immediate failures were rectified, underlying mechanical wear or poor alignment may remain a factor. At 65,718 miles over twelve years, the Ford Ka shows low mileage, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per annum. However, there is a notable accumulation of 11,298 miles between June 2023 (43,942 miles) and June 2024 (55,240 miles). This period of higher usage coincided with a series of critical failures in mid-2024, where the car suffered from severe brake wear and issues failures, indicating that maintenance may be neglected during longer intervals. A prospective buyer must physically inspect the front suspension assembly, specifically investigating the recurring slight play in the nearside front wheel noted in both June and July 2025. This could indicate a worn迫 bearing, ball joint, or steering arm that requires attention. Furthermore, the exhaust system has degraded from a minor leak in 2024 to a major leak in 2025, necessitating a thorough check of the manifold and entire artworkwork for corrosion or structural fatigue. Given the history of thin brake pads and weakened discs in 2024, the entire front braking system should be evaluated for uneven wear or seizing. The repeated mention of edge wear on tyres across multiple years also suggests a bent alignment issue or a failing suspension component, which will lead to premature replacement of new rubber.