2003 Ford KA 1.6L Petrol · WK53 UVP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a progression of developing suspension and braking issues. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 9,842 miles passed, it carried multiple advisories that indicate components are reaching the end of life. The transition from a failure in 2023 due to high emissions and an ABS fault to the subsequent passes suggests the vehicle has required specific mechanical intervention to maintain legal standards despite its low annual usage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 428 miles per year. There is a significant eight-year gap between the August 2017 test at 9,598 miles and the July 2023 test at 9,725 miles. This suggests the car sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals rather than mechanical wear. The accumulation of only 123 miles over the last two years confirms that the vehicle is not used for regular long-distance driving. A buyer must physically inspect the front lower suspension arm bushes and the rear axle bushes, as these have been flagged as worn or having play since 2023. The recurring advisory for the offside front tyre showing uneven edge wear indicates a potential alignment issue or worn suspension geometry that has remained unaddressed. Additionally, the binding rear service brake noted in 2023 and the corrosion on the brake hose ferrules require a thorough check for seized calipers or perished rubber, as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from internal corrosion from inactivity.