2015 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · CK65 YHB

The 2015 Ford Kuga presents with a fully clean DVSA MOT history across the eight tests recorded from 2019 through to the most recent examination on 5 January 2026, with no advisories, minor defects, or failure items logged at any point. A consecutive run of passes with no recorded defects strongly suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a satisfactory standard and that wear-related items such as suspension components, braking system, tyres, lighting, and exhaust emissions have remained within legal limits at each annual assessment. While a clean MOT record is encouraging, it is important to recognise that the MOT is a roadworthiness snapshot rather than a comprehensive mechanical inspection, and the absence of advisories does not preclude underlying wear that simply has not yet crossed the pass threshold. The recorded mileage of 91,973 miles on an eleven-year-old vehicle equates to an average of roughly 8,361 miles annually, which sits comfortably within typical usage parameters for a mid-size family SUV of this age and is neither excessively high nor suggestive of long periods of standing. The mileage progression between tests, based on the annual test dates provided, appears consistent and steady, with no obvious large gaps or sudden jumps that might indicate clock discrepancies, extended off-road storage, or unusually heavy use within a compressed period. This regularity tends to be favourable for mechanical longevity, as components such as the timing chain, clutch, turbocharger, and drivetrain have been worked consistently rather than subjected to either prolonged inactivity or extreme high-mileage accumulation. Although the MOT record is clean, the age and mileage of this Kuga warrant several practical physical inspections before purchase. The tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and an eleven-year-old vehicle may have tyres that look serviceable in terms of tread but show ozone-related deterioration that could compromise integrity. Brake discs should be inspected for corrosion lipping and the calipers checked for binding, particularly as Kugas of this generation can suffer from seized slider pins leading to uneven pad wear and pulling under braking. The 12-volt battery is also likely approaching the end of its typical service life, so a load test or voltage check is advisable, and the condition of the charge port and wiring should be confirmed if this is a petrol-only model or verified for any hybrid components if applicable. Fluid servicing should be reviewed against calendar age rather than mileage, as oil, brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid all degrade with time. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and typically requires replacement every two to three years irrespective of mileage, so verification of when this was last changed is worthwhile. Coolant renewal intervals, power steering fluid condition, and a thorough check for any oil seepage from the engine, gearbox, or differential should form part of a pre-purchase inspection, ideally carried out on a lift. On the test drive, listen for any suspension clonks over uneven surfaces which would indicate worn bushes or drop links, pay attention to any vibration through the steering wheel that might suggest brake disc runout, and observe the transmission for smooth engagement in both forward and reverse gears. Additionally, the rear wiper mechanism and tailgate struts are known wear items on Kugas of this vintage, and a thorough under-bonnet check for perished hoses, cracked intake piping, and signs of coolant or oil leaks should round out a comprehensive evaluation before committing to purchase.