2009 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · DP02 AAA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear improving trend following a specific repair. The most recent test conducted in October 2025 at 24,587 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical and structural components met all standards. This follows a period of clean passes in the previous years, suggesting that the vehicle has remained well-maintained since the failure identified in 2023. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,446 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage, with for example only 996 miles recorded between the October 2024 and October 2025 tests. This rate suggests frequent stationary periods. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it increases the risk associated with age-related degradation of rubber parts and seals which can dry out or crack during long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension, as the nearside rear coil spring fractured during the October 2023 test at 22,732 miles. Although this was rectified to allow a subsequent pass, the inspector should check for signs of uneven wear or perished bushings in the suspension assembly. Given the low usage, the brake discs should also be examined for surface corrosion or pitting, as these often occur when vehicles sit idle for extended durations. Checking the structural integrity of the chassis for rust is also vital, as low mileage does not prevent environmental oxidation over nearly two decades.