2014 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · SO10 HLC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its test in June 2025 at 59,456 miles, this followed a significant failure just five days prior at 59,391 miles. The transition from a major exhaust leak and a worn ball joint to a pass with only minor leaks and a misting shock absorber indicates that mechanical faults were only addressed when strictly necessary to pass the legal inspection. At 59,456 miles, this twelve-year-old Ford Ka has low mileage, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. However, the data reveals irregular intervals of use, with nearly 6,000 miles covered between April 2024 and June 2025. This sporadic driving pattern suggests the car may have sat stationary for extended periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seized braking parts. The failure in 2024 due to tyres being at the legal limit further reinforces that basic consumable maintenance was neglected until the MOT deadline forced action. A prospective buyer must inspect the front suspension closely, as the nearside shock absorber has shown oil misting in 2025 and the lower suspension arm ball joint failed in the previous year. The offside rear wheel was also flagged as slightly distorted in the most recent test, which can cause vibrations or uneven tyre wear if ignored. Additionally, the exhaust system requires attention; the progression from a major rear leak in 2025 to a minor front leak suggests the system is corroding and will likely require replacement in the near future.