2018 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · CP18 HCK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass on May 21, 2025 at 71,133 miles. While the history shows two instances of immediate failure followed by passes, these appear to be minor adjustments or consumable replacements addressed promptly rather than signs of systemic mechanical decline. The lack of advisories on the most recent successful test indicates that the primary safety and environmental components are currently meeting the DVSA standard without immediate demerits. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical annual usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,900 miles per year. A significant gap of 14,521 miles occurred between April 2023 and April 2024, followed by another 14,530 miles between April 2024 and May 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to perished seals or brake corrosion. The consistent interval between tests reflects an owner who maintains the vehicle according to the legal annual testing schedule. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas that caused the failures in April 2024 and 2025. Although the record does not list specific defects for those failures, such occurrences often involve minor items like bulbs, wiper blades, or slight fluid leaks that were rectified immediately. Given the age and mileage, a thorough check of the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear is advisable to prevent future mechanical issues. Checking the brake discs for uneven wear or thinning will also ensure the clean MOT record reflects the actual state of the braking system.