2017 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · NU17 AEC

The vehicle presents a generally positive roadworthiness profile with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted in February 2026 at 74,574 miles resulted in zero defects, indicating that the car currently meets all safety and emissions standards. While a minor failure occurred in late January 2025, the immediate pass just three days later suggests the owner was proactive in rectifying identified faults rather than allowing mechanical issues to persist. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical annual use for this age, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per year. Between the July 2022 test at 48,027 miles and the August 2023 test at 56,153 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 8,000 miles. The more recent interval of nearly 9,000 miles between January 2025 and February 2026 shows steady usage without unusual spikes. This regularity suggests the drivetrain and suspension components have not been subjected to extreme stress from high mileage bursts. Given the lack of recorded structural corrosion or advisories in the history, a physical inspection should focus on standard wear items common to the Kuga of this era. A buyer should verify the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these often degrade around the 70,000-mile mark. Although the MOT records are clean, checking for brake caliper binding or uneven wear on the discs remains prudent to ensure the 2025 failure was not indicative of a deeper recurring hydraulic issue.