2014 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · BK64 GOU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test in September 2025 at 128,305 miles passed with only a minor advisory regarding the nearside front seat belt. This follows a failure in September 2024 where the car was rejected for critical tyre damage and corrosion on the anti-roll bar. While the vehicle has passed its latest inspection, the recurring nature of faults suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical issues once a failure was imminent. At 128,305 miles over twelve years, the Kuga has averaged approximately 10,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent usage, with roughly 6,100 miles covered between the September 2024 and 2025 tests, and over 16,000 miles between August 2023 and 2024. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle was used regularly, which explains the expected wear on drivetrain and suspension components. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the suspension and underbody. The record from 2022 flagged a severely deteriorated ball joint dust cover on the nearside lower arm, and the 2024 test noted corrosion on the rear anti-roll bar. Given the age and mileage, you should check for perished rubber boots and ensure that the corrosion has not progressed into structural integrity issues. The oil leak noted in 2023 should also be re-evaluated to ensure it has not worsened into a significant leak over the subsequent high-mileage intervals. The nearside front seat belt remains a persistent issue, appearing in records from both 2024 and 2025. While it passed recently, frayed or damaged webbing can compromise the safety of the restraint system in an impact. Furthermore, the failure in 2024 due to deep cuts reaching the cords on front tyres suggests previous neglect of basic consumables. You must verify the current condition and depth of all four tyres to ensure no further structural damage is present in the rubber.