2018 Ford Kuga 1.5L Petrol · Y55 BAB

The October 2025 test at 39,116 miles returned a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of fault-free results stretching back to 2021. This represents a stable, impeccable maintenance trend; the tester identified no wear items, corrosion, or emissions deviations across five consecutive inspections. Such consistency points to a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard rather than merely prepared for test day. Mileage has accumulated at a steady 4,500 to 5,500 miles per year, rising from 16,345 miles in October 2021 to the current 39,116 miles. The low annual average for an eight-year-old SUV suggests light use or extended periods off the road, a pattern that often preserves cosmetic condition but accelerates age-related degradation of rubber and hydraulic systems. No mileage anomalies or gaps appear in the record, and the consistent October test window indicates disciplined ownership scheduling. A buyer should focus inspection effort on components that deteriorate with time rather than distance. The brake hydraulic system demands scrutiny for internal corrosion or fluid degradation, given the low heat cycling from infrequent use. Suspension bushes, steering rack gaiters, and coolant hoses are prone to perishing on low-mileage vehicles of this vintage. Verify the timing belt or wet-belt service history against the manufacturer’s time interval, as the mileage threshold will not have been reached. Finally, lift the vehicle to assess brake pipe integrity and fuel line corrosion, areas the MOT cannot fully evaluate without dismantling.