2018 Ford Kuga 1.5L Diesel · DP18 RZN

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift towards reactive component replacement as the mileage climbs. The most recent test in September 2025 at 150,862 miles flagged both rear brake discs as worn, pitted, or scored. This represents a regression from the clean records seen in 2024 and 2023, suggesting that the braking system is now reaching the end of its service life under heavy usage. The Kuga has covered significant mileage for its age, averaging nearly 19,000 miles per year. There is a notable spike in usage between September 2022 and September 2023, where the vehicle covered over 33,000 miles in just twelve months. This high-intensity use is consistent with long-distance motorway driving, which typically results in accelerated wear on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking components. The consistent annual testing interval indicates the car is used regularly rather than sitting idle, which explains the wear patterns observed. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear braking assembly, as the recurring reports of thin pads and pitted discs in 2022 and 2025 indicate a persistent issue with corrosion or premature wear. Because the front tyres showed edge wear in 2022, the current state of all four tyres should be checked for alignment issues or uneven scrubbing. Given the 150,000-mile threshold, specific attention should be paid to the suspension bushes and shock absorbers for perished rubber, as these components often fail at this level of mileage regardless of the MOT history.