2005 Ford KA 1.6L Petrol · WP55 EEX

The 2005 Ford Ka presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 15 February 2024 at 29,434 miles passing with zero defects recorded. That test is now over two years old relative to today's date of 18 June 2026, meaning the vehicle has not been assessed for roadworthiness in a considerable period. The absence of any advisories or failures across the entire recorded history suggests consistent basic upkeep, though the lack of a recent test leaves the current mechanical condition unverified. The mileage pattern reveals notably low annual usage of roughly 1,402 miles per year over the vehicle's 21-year lifespan. A significant gap exists between the August 2021 test at 23,123 miles and the November 2022 test at 28,118 miles, representing an accumulation of approximately 4,995 miles in just over 14 months, a marked increase compared to the otherwise gentle usage pattern. Prior to that, the record shows sparse but clean entries, with the two 2013 tests at 18,752 and 20,261 miles indicating similarly light use. The jump in 2021-2022 may reflect a change in ownership or usage, but the subsequent test in February 2024 shows the mileage had barely moved, rising only to 29,434 miles, suggesting the vehicle then returned to minimal use or possibly stood idle for extended periods. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on components that deteriorate with age and low mileage rather than use. Extended periods of inactivity can cause seized brake calipers, perished rubber suspension bushes, degraded brake fluid absorption of moisture, and surface corrosion on brake discs and structural underbody sections. The tyres should be examined closely for sidewall cracking and date codes, as rubber ages regardless of tread depth. The exhaust system and catalytic converter condition warrant attention given the age of the vehicle, along with a fluid assessment to confirm regular oil and coolant changes were maintained during the quieter ownership periods. A fresh MOT or pre-purchase inspection is strongly recommended given the two-year gap since the last test.