2017 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · CF66 AWG

A clear pattern of front-end tyre wear and rear suspension bush deterioration emerges across the MOT history of this 2017 Ford Kuga, with both niggling advisories and a relatively recent minor windscreen defect punctuating an otherwise clean pass record. The test dated 9 March 2026 returned a pass but flagged five advisories simultaneously, signalling that consumable wear is beginning to accumulate at the front and rear axles. The repeated front tyre edge wear advisories in 2024 and 2026 suggest a persistent geometry or suspension-related issue rather than isolated tyre ageing, while the 2026 advisories on both rear trailing arm bushes indicate the rear suspension is also starting to show its age. Earlier tests in 2022 and 2025 only noted minor windscreen chips, and the 2023 pass flagged rear brake pads wearing thin, which is consistent with a vehicle approaching its mid-life service point. Overall, the trend is one of accumulating chassis and tyre advisories rather than any sudden mechanical failure. With 99,746 miles recorded against roughly nine years of age, this Kuga is averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the typical band for a privately used family SUV of this vintage. There are no significant gaps in the testing record, indicating the vehicle has remained in continuous road use throughout its life rather than being laid up for extended periods. This steady annual accumulation means wear on components such as clutches, turbochargages, dual-clutch units (where fitted), suspension bushes, and engine mounts is proportionate to mileage and not artificially accelerated or masked by long inactivity. The consistent testing pattern also means corrosion development has not had the chance to advance unchecked, though the 235/45/19 tyre size suggests this is the higher-specification variant, where larger wheels can accelerate edge wear and expose more of the brake assembly to road grime. For a prospective buyer, the most pressing items to inspect on a physical walkaround are the front tyres for uneven shoulder wear, which the repeated advisories strongly suggest is ongoing, and the rear trailing arm bushes for any slack when the vehicle is rocked or driven over uneven surfaces. A test drive should focus on detecting knocking or clonking noises from the rear suspension over speed humps and uneven tarmac, as well as any vagueness in the rear axle response during direction changes, which would indicate the worn bushes have progressed beyond advisory status. The front end should be monitored for steering wander, pulling to one side, or tramlining on uneven roads, all of which would point to worn suspension components contributing to the chronic tyre edge wear. The brake pedal should be checked for firmness, and the rear callipers examined for any signs of binding or uneven pad deposition, given the 2023 advisory on rear pad wear. Given the 2026 advisories cover components that will likely require attention in the near term, a buyer should budget for a set of four tyres, replacement of both rear trailing arm bushes, and a thorough geometry alignment to address the root cause of the front tyre wear pattern. The damaged but secure engine undertray noted in the latest test should be inspected to ensure it has not loosened further or begun to catch on ramps or steep approaches. It would also be prudent to verify the condition of the front suspension arms, drop links, and anti-roll bar bushes, as wear on these items often accompanies the symptoms already flagged. Finally, a compression test and inspection for any oil seepage from the engine and gearbox would be sensible at this mileage, particularly if any unusual ticking or smoke is noted during the test drive.