2008 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · YL08 CWT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension integrity. While it passed its most recent June 2025 test at 39,188 miles, this result followed significant repairs to rectify multiple failures from that same day. The appearance of chassis corrosion near a mounting point and a corroded rear brake pipe suggests that the vehicle is beginning to suffer from age-related degradation that outweighs its low annual usage. At 39,188 miles over 18 years, this Ford Ka has covered exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 2,177 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between June 2023 (23,662 miles) and June 2025 (39,188 miles), where the car covered over 15,000 miles in two years. This erratic usage pattern explains the perishing of the tyres noted in the 2025 test, as rubber components degrade over time rather than just through mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underside to assess if the structural corrosion noted in June 2025 has progressed beyond the flagged mounting point. The failure of both rear shock absorbers and the previous report of worn front suspension arm bushes indicate the suspension system is reaching the end of its functional life. Additionally, the corroded rear brake pipe should be inspected to ensure the corrosion was not merely surface level, as the previous tester noted it was covered in grease which often hides deeper metal loss.