FORD KA (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 14,840 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
14,840
Avg Mileage
26,387 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2019 FORD KA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.
At 5 years old, 92% of FORD KAs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 14,840 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 26,387 miles.
How does the 2019 FORD KA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 FORD KA has 26,387 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2019 FORD KA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
FORD KA by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 92% | 14,840 | 26,387 mi |
| 2018 | 88% | 16,844 | 32,597 mi |
| 2017 | 89% | 19,894 | 37,584 mi |
| 2016 | 83% | 13,958 | 42,904 mi |
| 2015 | 81% | 22,499 | 47,390 mi |
| 2014 | 81% | 31,485 | 53,659 mi |
| 2013 | 79% | 32,112 | 59,926 mi |
| 2012 | 77% | 30,280 | 64,612 mi |
| 2011 | 76% | 29,810 | 70,554 mi |
| 2010 | 73% | 34,853 | 75,495 mi |
| 2009 | 72% | 34,947 | 78,404 mi |
| 2008 | 63% | 9,719 | 56,797 mi |
| 2007 | 64% | 7,814 | 56,265 mi |
| 2006 | 64% | 5,377 | 54,905 mi |
| 2005 | 64% | 4,536 | 53,788 mi |
| 2004 | 64% | 3,764 | 55,570 mi |
| 2003 | 66% | 2,733 | 57,298 mi |
| 2002 | 63% | 1,635 | 50,236 mi |
| 2001 | 64% | 868 | 52,111 mi |
| 2000 | 69% | 392 | 47,147 mi |
| 1999 | 62% | 447 | 48,623 mi |
| 1998 | 71% | 269 | 47,606 mi |
| 1997 | 72% | 155 | 46,789 mi |
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About the 2019 FORD KA
The 2019 FORD KA is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 14,840 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 26,387 miles at 5 years old, FORD KA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2019 FORD KA Fuel Costs
The modest 1200cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2019 FORD KA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
FORD KA Reliability Trend
Newer FORD KAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 14 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2019 FORD KA
At 5 years old, the FORD KA offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. With 14,840 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2019 FORD KA
The FORD KA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2018) 90% pass rate (-2%) from 157,746 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2017) 89% pass rate (-3%) from 109,241 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-6%) from 100,176 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2017) 82% pass rate (-10%) from 90,285 tests