2009 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · DG54 APR

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a history of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in March 2024 at 107,434 miles was a pass, it followed an immediate failure just one mile prior. The trend shows a recurring pattern where critical components are only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure. This suggests the owner has performed the absolute minimum work required to maintain an MOT certificate, which often correlates with neglected long-term mechanical health. At 17 years old with 107,434 miles, the Kuga averages approximately 6,320 miles per year, which is consistent with low usage for a vehicle of this age. However, the data reveals a significant gap in records between March 2022 at 92,226 miles and February 2023 at 100,511 miles, where the vehicle covered over 8,000 miles in a single year. This period of use coincides with the emergence of multiple mechanical-related faults, indicates that the vehicle has undergone accelerated wear on its rubber and metal components during that interval. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension and drivetrain with extreme scrutiny. The record flags a fractured nearside coil spring, a split offside front CV boot, and a missing steering rack gaiter in early 2024. These issues indicate that the rubber seals and structural springs are failing due to age. Furthermore, the persistent mention of pitted brake discs and thin pads across multiple tests from 2023 and 2024 suggests the braking system is frequently run until the limit. The noted oil leak from 2023 should also be monitored to ensure it has not developed into a significant engine seal failure.