2011 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · SH11 YFC

The vehicle currently fails MOT requirement 4.3.1 (a) regarding the nearside stop lamp, indicating a critical safety hazard that must be addressed immediately. This failure occurred on 2026-06-06, placing it in the current year and confirming that the most recent test is not a clean pass for this specific component. The failure of the nearside stop lamp suggests that the vehicle's electrical system is compromised, likely due to corrosion or a failed wiring harness, which is a serious structural risk requiring urgent professional inspection. Regarding the maintenance trend, the data is not stable or improving; rather, it shows a pattern of recurring failures that have worsened over time. A failure on the nearside front stop lamp on a vehicle with 77,641 miles indicates that basic upkeep was skipped, as the vehicle has not undergone a full MOT in the last two years. This pattern of repeated failures, particularly concerning the stop lamp and coil springs, points to a lack of proactive maintenance, where components are neglected while the vehicle continues to operate at high mileage. Given the recurring faults, particularly the nearside stop lamp failure and the general corrosion of the coil springs, a buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to assess the extent of corrosion and the condition of the suspension bushings and springs. The vehicle has failed twice on the front suspension, which suggests that the bushings and springs are worn to the point where they no longer provide adequate support, a condition that requires immediate replacement to prevent further damage to the chassis and drivetrain.