2010 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · SW59 HMC

The vehicle currently presents a questionable roadworthiness status following a failure in its most recent MOT test on 27 March 2026 at 93,369 miles. While the car passed its test in April 2025, the pattern of failing immediately before or shortly after a scheduled pass suggests a reactive maintenance approach focused on meeting legal minimums rather than mechanical care. The trend remains unstable, as the vehicle consistently fails to pass on the first attempt, indicating that mechanical defects are only addressed when forced by a test result. The mileage profile is notably low for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,836 miles per year. Between April 2024 at 89,011 miles and April 2025 at 91,490 miles, the car covered only 2,479 miles, suggesting long periods of stationary use. Such low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, such as seals and bushings, and can cause brake seizing through lack of movement. The gap between tests is consistent, but the low annual reflects infrequent operation rather than heavy wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis for structural corrosion, which is a common failure point for this era of Ford despite low mileage. Because the record lacks specific recorded defects despite multiple failures, it is possible the issues are related to items like light emissions or minor leaks that are quickly rectified without documentation. Pay close attention to binding brake calipers and perished perished in the suspension arms, as the low-mile pattern often results in components failing due to age rather than friction.