2012 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · WJ12 LWM

The most recent MOT on 2026-02-10 shows the vehicle passed with minor suspension and shock absorber issues, including slight play in the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint and slightly worn rear shock absorber bushes. However, a separate failed MOT on the same date recorded critical tyre defects: ply or cords exposed on the offside front tyre and nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit. These tyre issues suggest potential neglect or uneven wear, which could indicate alignment problems or improper inflation habits. Recurring suspension-related defects highlight a pattern of wear in the front and rear suspension components. The offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has shown slight play in multiple MOTs, including 2025-01-28 and 2026-02-10. A 2024-01-30 failed MOT noted excessive wear in the nearside front lower suspension component, later resolved by 2024-01-30’s pass. While some issues were addressed, the persistence of suspension-related defects suggests ongoing wear that may require monitoring. The trend in defects appears stable rather than worsening. No new or more severe issues were recorded in the latest MOT compared to prior entries. However, the repeated suspension component wear and tyre defects indicate a need for closer inspection of these systems.