2017 Ford Kuga 1.5L Diesel · SK17 AAE

The 2026-03-31 MOT at 88,259 miles passed with no defects, indicating the vehicle is presently roadworthy. The recent clean result follows a series of failures in 2025 and 2024, suggesting that previous issues were addressed, but the pattern of recurring brake and suspension faults points to inconsistent maintenance. At nine years old, the 88,259‑mile total equates to roughly 9,800 miles per year, a rate consistent with normal usage. Mileage rose from 21,283 miles in May 2020 to 33,039 miles in May 2021, an increase of 11,756 miles in one year, and continued to climb steadily each subsequent year, with no prolonged periods of inactivity evident. Recurring advisories on the off‑side rear suspension arm pin and bush, the trailing arm, and the off‑side rear brake pads being less than 1.5 mm thick suggest that suspension components and braking systems have experienced repeated wear. A buyer should therefore examine the condition of the trailing arm bushes, check brake pad thickness and caliper movement for binding, verify the functionality of the headlamp levelling mechanism, and inspect tyre tread and sidewall condition for cracks or perishing. No structural rust or major mechanical failures were recorded in the latest test, and the vehicle’s mileage trajectory shows no evidence of long‑term standing, supporting the view that, provided the highlighted items are confirmed sound on inspection, the Kuga can be considered a reliable used‑car candidate.