2019 Ford Kuga 1.5L Petrol · CE69 OLW

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift towards emerging mechanical wear issues. The most recent test in November 2025 at 65,404 miles identified a non-excessive oil leak. While this did not result in a failure, it indicates the beginning of seal degradation that requires monitoring, moving away from the clean records seen in 2022 and 2023. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical used-car usage profile, averaging approximately 9,300 miles per year. There is a notable accumulation of 12,177 miles between November 2024 (53,227 miles) and 2025 (65,404 miles). This steady usage suggests regular operation rather than long periods of stagnation, which is generally beneficial for engine components and rubber seals, though it naturally accelerates the wear of consumable items noted in later test intervals. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the engine bay to locate the source of the oil leak flagged in the 2025 test. The November 2024 record also highlighted thin rear brake pads and a defective wiper blade, suggesting that the owner only addresses maintenance items when they approach a failure threshold. Verify the current thickness of the rear brake pads and check for uneven scoring on the discs to ensure the previous wear has been properly rectified. Inspect the suspension bushings for signs of cracking, as the vehicle is now entering a phase where these components typically begin to perish.