2015 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · TU56 LEY

The 2015 Ford Ka presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 28 January 2026 at 61,251 miles with zero defects recorded. That is a strong result for a vehicle of this age. The record shows a clear trajectory of resolving issues rather than accumulating them. The most recent test confirms that all previously flagged items have been addressed and no new advisories or failures have emerged. The mileage profile is notably low. Across roughly eleven years, the vehicle has covered approximately 5,568 miles per year, well below the UK average. The annual test-to-test intervals reinforce this pattern. Between the February 2023 test at 44,435 miles and the January 2024 test at 50,486 miles, the car covered around 6,051 miles in just under a year. From January 2024 to January 2025, it added 5,581 miles, and from January 2025 to January 2026, only 5,184 miles were recorded. The accumulation rate has actually slowed over time, suggesting the vehicle has seen increasingly light use in recent years. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings that would raise concerns about clocking or prolonged standing. The MOT history flags two recurring areas of attention: front suspension dampers and front braking components. In February 2023, both front shock absorbers were noted with light oil misting, and by the retest on 31 January 2024, the nearside front unit had deteriorated to a serious fluid leak, causing a failure. That defect was rectified before the same-day pass, and the January 2025 and January 2026 tests show no further suspension-related issues. A prospective buyer should still have the front dampers and their top mounts inspected in person, checking for play, uneven bounce, or fresh oil residue that could indicate a slow recurrence. The January 2025 test flagged worn front brake pads and a worn front brake disc, both consumable items consistent with normal use. With no brake defects recorded in the 2026 test, the system appears to have been serviced, but a physical check of pad thickness and disc condition remains prudent given the low annual mileage, which can lead to surface corrosion on brake components even when wear is minimal. Tyre condition has also appeared on the record. The February 2023 test noted a slightly damaged nearside front tyre and a perished or cracking offside rear tyre. Tyres were not flagged in subsequent tests, suggesting replacement, but a buyer should examine the sidewalls for age-related cracking, particularly if the car has spent long periods stationary. Low-mileage vehicles like this one are prone to tyre degradation from age rather than wear. Overall, the Ka's MOT record reflects a vehicle that has been maintained reactively but effectively, with each identified fault resolved before the next test. The clean 2026 result is encouraging, yet a pre-purchase inspection should focus on the front suspension, braking system, and tyre age to confirm that the improving trend has held.