2021 Ford Kuga Titanium ED Eblue Mhev 2.0L Diesel · AF71 OCY

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2021 Ford Kuga was conducted on 2 July 2026 and resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This was closely preceded by another clean pass on 31 March 2026, alongside earlier uneventful tests in June 2025 and July 2024. The overall MOT trajectory is therefore demonstrably stable, with the single recorded failure from 29 July 2024 representing an isolated, component-specific issue rather than a pattern of decline. That failure concerned the nearside front outer constant velocity joint boot on the prop shaft, a split or perished boot allowing dirt ingress and potentially leading to joint wear if left unaddressed, but the immediate pass on the following day confirms a satisfactory repair was carried out. The absence of any advisories across five recorded tests suggests the vehicle has not been presenting borderline wear items at annual inspection, which is a positive indicator for a prospective buyer. Against an age of approximately five years, the recorded mileage of 89,124 represents an annual accumulation of around 17,800 miles, which is materially above the UK average and places this Kuga firmly in the higher-use category. There are no significant gaps in the recorded MOT history, indicating consistent operation rather than prolonged standing periods, which generally benefits mechanical components by preventing issues such as brake disc corrosion, fluid degradation from inactivity, and flat spots on tyres. However, the elevated mileage does mean that consumable wear items, including brake pads and discs, tyres, suspension bushes, and potentially clutch or drivetrain components, will have experienced greater cumulative stress than would be expected on a lower-mileage example. The fact that none of these items have yet generated advisories is encouraging but should not be taken as definitive evidence of their remaining service life. Given the clean advisory record, a prospective buyer should focus on age and mileage-related degradation that MOT testing does not necessarily capture. The tyres should be physically inspected for both tread depth and, critically, sidewall condition, as five-year-old rubber can exhibit perishing or cracking from age even where tread remains adequate, particularly on a vehicle covering high annual distances. Brake discs should be checked for lipping and corrosion, and the calipers assessed for smooth operation, as binding calipers are a known source of uneven pad wear and pulling under braking. The 12-volt battery should be tested for state of health, particularly if the vehicle has been used predominantly for short journeys, and all fluid services verified against time rather than mileage, including brake fluid (typically due biennially), coolant, and the diesel exhaust fluid system associated with the EcoBlue mild hybrid powertrain. On a test drive, particular attention should be paid to any signs of drivetrain wear, given the prop shaft CV boot failure recorded in 2024. Listen for clicking or knocking from the front of the vehicle during full steering lock manoeuvres, which would indicate a compromised constant velocity joint, and feel for vibration through the steering or drivetrain under acceleration. The mild hybrid system, including the belt-driven starter generator and associated 48-volt components, should be checked for warning messages on the instrument cluster and for smooth stop-start operation. Suspension should be assessed for any clonks over speed humps or uneven surfaces, and the vehicle inspected from underneath for any signs of oil or coolant leaks that may not have been flagged at MOT. Finally, the service history should be verified to ensure that high-mileage items such as the timing belt, if applicable to this engine variant, and the diesel particulate filter have been attended to in accordance with manufacturer schedules.