2015 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · DP53 MAP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 107,205 miles, the high volume of advisories indicates that mechanical issues are only addressed when they approach failure thresholds. The transition from a 2024 failure to a 2025 pass shows some work was performed, yet the underlying condition of the suspension and cooling systems remains degraded. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,750 miles per year. The car progressed from 80,163 miles in September 2022 to 107,205 miles by October 2025, representing a steady usage of roughly 9,000 miles over three years. This steady accumulation explains the recurring wear on consumable components like brake pads and tyres, but the persistence of coolant leaks across multiple years suggests a cooling system that has been neglected during long-term inspections. A buyer must inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the nearside front coil spring has been flagged for corrosion in both 2024 and 2025. The trailing arm bushes on the rear are now reported as perished with significant play, which will affect vehicle handling and tyre wear if not replaced. Furthermore, the exhaust system shows signs of corrosion in the most recent test, requiring a close-up structural check to ensure the integrity of the pipework is not compromised in the near future. The braking system requires immediate attention due to recurring reports of pitted and scored discs across all four wheels. The October 2025 test also highlighted inner-edge tyre wear on three wheels, which strongly indicates an alignment issue or worn shock absorbers. Given the history of coolant leaks and low levels, a pressure test of the cooling system is essential to prevent engine overheating, which the MOT record does not fully guarantee.