2016 Ford Kuga Titanium Tdci 2.0L Diesel · CU16 NFF

The 2016 Ford Kuga Titanium TDCI presents a stable and improving mechanical trend, culminating in a completely clean pass on 3 October 2025 at 60,952 miles. The tester recorded zero defects, indicating the vehicle met all structural, mechanical, and emissions standards at its most recent assessment. This outcome follows a period of consistent, trouble-free testing, suggesting the current ownership has maintained the vehicle to a high standard with no lingering or recurring faults. Evaluating the mileage against its age reveals a notably low-usage pattern, averaging roughly 6,000 miles annually. Between the August 2022 test at 52,872 miles and the June 2024 test at 58,099 miles, the Kuga covered just 5,227 miles over a twenty-two-month period. This prolonged gap and minimal accumulation imply the vehicle spent significant time standing or used exclusively for short journeys. A minor anomaly exists in the 2022 record where a failure occurred at 52,870 miles with no specific defects listed, followed immediately by a pass at 52,872 miles; this typically indicates a rectified emissions reading or a sensor issue resolved during a same-day retest. Despite the pristine MOT record, the exceptionally low annual mileage warrants a focused physical inspection of components susceptible to deterioration from prolonged inactivity. A buyer should closely examine the condition of the tyres for sidewall cracking and flat-spotting, as well as the brake discs for surface corrosion caused by standing. The diesel particulate filter and turbocharger require scrutiny, as regular short trips can prevent the DPF from completing its regeneration cycle, leading to clogging, while infrequent oil changes can starve the turbo of lubrication. Suspension bushes and seals should also be checked for perishing, a common issue on vehicles that remain stationary for extended durations.