2010 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · SL10 VCN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of advancing corrosion and component wear. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 89,694 miles passed, it followed a failure just nine days prior due to an excessively worn offside front suspension bush. This indicates that while immediate mechanical failures are addressed, the underlying structural issues remain present. The sub-frame, inner chassis leg, and beam axle are consistently flagged for corrosion across multiple years, suggesting that the vehicle's structural integrity is deteriorating. At 89,694 miles, the car has covered relatively low mileage for its sixteen years, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between November 2023 (79,790 miles) and January 2025 (81,633 miles), suggesting the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods. This low annual usage often correlates with the oxidation and corrosion of metal components, as seen in the recurring rust on the mounting points and suspension arms noted throughout the inspection history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front sub-frame and inner way legs to assess the depth of the corrosion, as the record repeatedly notes that while it is not yet seriously weakened, the presence of rust in these areas is a permanent condition. Specific attention should also be paid to the rear brake hoses, which have shown corrosion at the ferrule since at least early 2025. The minor exhaust leak also identified in late 2025 needs to be monitored to ensure it does not develop into a larger failure that affects emissions or noise levels.