2022 Ford Kuga ST-Line Edition Ecoblue A 1.5L Diesel · AO71 VFZ

The vehicle remains currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a slight decline in attention to detail. The most recent test on January 16 2026 at 42,764 miles passed but introduced a new advisory regarding a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and showing uneven edge wear. This follows a previous pass, suggesting that the owner is only addressing consumable items once they approach the failure threshold. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a four-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,700 miles annually. Between the 2025 test at 31,479 miles and the January 2026 test at 42,764 miles, the car covered 11,285 miles. This reflects regular road use rather than long periods of standing, which is generally positive for the health of engine seals, batteries, and suspension components. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension geometry to determine the cause of the edge wear on the nearside front tyre. Uneven wear often points to misaligned tracking components, worn ball joints, or failing control arm bushes. The recurring advisory for a deteriorated rear registration plate is a minor cosmetic and legal concern, but it confirms a lack of proactive maintenance on non-critical elements between service intervals.