2009 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · EA59 HMG

This 2009 Ford Kuga presents a worsening maintenance trend, underlined by a failure on its most recent test of August 14, 2023, at 146,991 miles. The vehicle passed this test only after rectifying a fractured offside rear coil spring, a blown nearside front position lamp, a punctured tyre, and developing slight play in the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint. Recurring failures for split constant velocity boots, worn tyres, and lighting faults indicate a history of deferred maintenance where basic consumables are frequently run to the point of statutory failure. The vehicle has accumulated 146,991 miles over its seventeen-year lifespan, translating to an average of roughly 8,600 miles annually. Mileage accumulation followed a steady trajectory through the mid-2010s before slowing significantly between April 2022 and August 2023, where the odometer remained static at 146,991 miles for nearly sixteen months. This prolonged stagnation suggests the vehicle spent extended periods laid up or used very sparingly prior to its latest test. An incoming buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension, drivetrain, and powertrain seals. Check the rear coil springs closely given the history of fractures, and examine the lower suspension arms for play. Inspect the constant velocity boots for splits and grease leaks, verify the condition of the rear trailing arm bushes, and trace the engine bay for the persistent oil leaks noted in the 2020 and 2022 records. Finally, evaluate the remaining tread depth across all four tyres and test all exterior lighting functions thoroughly.