2019 Ford Kuga 1.5L Petrol · CE69 OMC

A recurring pattern of brake‑pad wear and tyre tread depletion dominates the MOT record, with thin rear pads noted in 2022 and 2023, front pads added to the advisory list in 2023, and both front and rear tyres flagged as close to the legal limit that same year. By the 2024 test the tyre advisories had cleared but rear‑pad wear persisted, and the most recent 2025 inspection recorded a clean pass with no defects, indicating that the brake‑pad wear issue has not escalated into a failure but remains an ongoing maintenance item. At 50,651 mi after seven years the vehicle averages roughly 7,200 mi per annum, a mileage rate that aligns with typical private‑use patterns and does not suggest excessive short‑term abuse or prolonged inactivity. The annual testing cadence has been regular, with a full year between each MOT, so there are no unexplained gaps that would hint at periods of storage or unusually rapid mileage accumulation. This steady usage generally translates to predictable wear on consumables such as pads, discs and tyres, rather than hidden high‑stress components. Prospective buyers should give the braking system close attention. Even though the pads have not yet failed an MOT, thin pads can lead to reduced braking efficiency and increased disc wear; listen for any squeal, grinding or pulsation under braking, and feel for a soft or spongy pedal that may indicate worn pads or contaminated fluid. A visual inspection of all four pads and discs is advisable, and budgeting for a full pad set replacement – and possibly disc resurfacing or replacement – is prudent. Tyre condition should be verified on the road; look for tread depth below 1.6 mm, sidewall cracks, or uneven wear that could point to alignment or suspension issues, and be prepared to replace any tyre that is close to the legal limit. The child‑seat obstruction advisory and the deteriorated rear registration plate are minor but worth confirming. Ensure the adult seatbelt on the nearside rear seat can be fully inspected and operates smoothly, and verify that the rear plate is legible and securely mounted. While no suspension or structural advisories have appeared, a brief check of bushings, ball joints and shock absorbers for looseness, knocking or excessive play will round out the assessment, as these components can begin to wear around the mileage level shown.