2007 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · YB57 NEO

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of worsening structural degradation. While it passed the most recent test in January 2024 at 40,370 miles, this followed a period of two consecutive failures in 2022 and 2023. The transition from excessive corrosion that reduced structural strength in the inner wheel arches and sills to non-excessive corrosion suggests that while major repairs were made, the underlying integrity of the chassis is actively declining. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,125 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between October 2021 at 31,641 miles and November 2022, during which the car covered only 2,608 miles in over thirteen months. This low usage often results in the vehicle sitting for long periods, which is evidenced by the recurring issues with perished tyres and deteriorating rubber components noted in the 2022 and 2023 tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sills, subframe, and suspension mounting points. The record repeatedly flags corrosion in the nearside and offside rear mounting areas, which previously caused a structural failure in November 2022. The front suspension arm bushes have been a recurring advisory across three different tests, indicating persistent wear that has not been fully addressed. Additionally, the condition of the tyres should be checked for deep cracking or per, as the history shows a pattern of neglect due to the vehicle's low mileage and environmental exposure.