Ford Ka CV Joints Replacement Parts
Need a used Ford Ka cv joints? Request a free quote from UK vehicle dismantlers and compare offers direct.
Enter your registration or select your vehicle
Find the right part faster and get quotes direct from UK breakers - free, and no obligation.
What to check when buying a used Ford Ka cv joints
A used cv joints that fits one vehicle won't always fit another - even within the same model range. These questions help breakers match stock to your exact vehicle before they quote:
- State whether it's left or right, inner or outer
Other used Ford Ka parts
Used cv joints for other Ford models
Fitment questions
Does the Ford Ka have CV joints?
Yes, the Ford Ka is a front-wheel-drive car and CV joints are a standard part of its driveshaft setup, transferring drive from the gearbox to the front wheels. All generations of the Ka have them, so finding a used CV joint from a breaker is straightforward. You'll need to specify your generation and whether you need the nearside (NS, left) or offside (OS, right) joint.
Will a CV joint from a Mk1 Ford Ka (1996–2008) fit a Mk2 Ford Ka (2008–2016)?
The Mk1 Ka ran from 1996 to 2008 and the Mk2 from 2008 to 2016, and these are entirely different platforms — the Mk2 is based on the Fiat 500 architecture — so the CV joints are not interchangeable between generations. Always source your CV joint from the same generation as your car. Confirm the exact part with the breaker using your registration number to be certain.
Does engine size affect which CV joint I need on the Ford Ka?
On the Mk1 Ka, the range was narrow enough (all small-displacement petrol engines) that engine size is unlikely to affect CV joint fitment, and the same broadly applies to the Mk2. However, it's always worth giving the breaker your full registration so they can verify the exact driveshaft spec for your variant, as subtle differences can exist.
Does it matter if my Ford Ka is a Style, Studio, or Zetec S trim when buying a used CV joint?
Trim level does not affect CV joint fitment on the Ford Ka — the driveshaft components are determined by the generation and engine, not whether you have a Studio, Style, or Zetec S. You may find cosmetic differences on parts around the driveshaft area, but the CV joint itself is trim-neutral. Just confirm your generation, engine size, and NS or OS side with the breaker.
I have a 2006 Ford Ka — will a CV joint from a 2008 Ka fit it?
A 2006 Ka is a late Mk1 (1996–2008), while a 2008 car could be either a very late Mk1 or an early Mk2, so this is right on the generational boundary and the answer is not straightforward. The Mk1 and Mk2 use different platforms entirely, so a Mk2 CV joint will not fit a Mk1. Check the exact model year and generation of the donor car with the breaker, and always match like-for-like generation.
Does it matter which side (NS or OS) I specify when buying a used CV joint for my Ford Ka?
Yes, it does matter — while inner and outer CV joint dimensions can sometimes be similar side to side, driveshaft lengths on front-wheel-drive cars are often different between the nearside (NS, left) and offside (OS, right) to accommodate the gearbox position. Always tell the breaker which side you need and confirm against your registration. Fitting the wrong-sided shaft can cause vibration or simply won't fit correctly.