2018 Ford Kuga 1.5L Petrol · CL15 OSE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward deferred consumable upkeep. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 61,939 miles passed, the tester flagged multiple advisories regarding front brake pads wearing thin and an offside front tyre with significant inner wear. This indicates a worsening trend from the clean record in 2022, suggesting that the owner is now addressing components only as they approach legal failure limits. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between July 2023 and April 2024, where the car covered over 6,000 miles in just nine months, followed by a steady accumulation of roughly 11,000 miles over the following two years. This transition from low-mileage use in the early years to more active active annual use likely explains the accelerated wear observed on the braking system and tyres noted in the more recent inspection entries. A buyer should inspect the front braking system closely, as the record shows thin pads appearing in both 2024 and 2026. The specific inner wear on the offside front tyre in 2026 suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that needs verification to prevent further premature damage. Additionally, the reports of perishing and cracking on rear tyres in 2023 and 2024 indicate the rubber compound may be aging despite having sufficient tread depth, which is common if the vehicle sits for extended periods, necessitating a thorough check of all tyre sidewalls for dry rot.