2011 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · YF11 KVL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. The most recent test on January 15, 2026, at 98,665 miles showed a failure due to an inoperative offside front lamp and a pitted offside front brake disc. While the car passed after these repairs, the recurring nature of failures suggests the owner only addresses faults once they trigger an MOT failure rather than monitoring components during service intervals. At 98,665 miles, the 15-year-old vehicle has averaged approximately 6,600 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate urban usage. The record shows steady progression, with roughly 11,000 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 7,000 miles in the year leading up to the January 2026 test. This consistent mileage pattern explains the gradual age-related degradation of rubber components and suspension hardware typical of this model. A buyer must inspect the front-end suspension and braking system, as the history highlights multiple recurring issues. The January 2025 failure at 91,711 miles flagged a worn nearside front Macpherson strut bush and a loose anti-roll bar linkage, while the January 2024 test also noted a damaged track rod end dust cover. These indicators suggest the front suspension geometry is nearing the end of its service life. Furthermore, the 2024 advisory regarding imbalanced rear brakes and the pitted front disc noted in 2026 indicate that the braking system requires a thorough inspection to ensure even pull and to prevent caliper binding.