2018 Ford Kuga 1.5L Diesel · EC67 SNC

The 2018 Ford Kuga presents a stable but high-wear maintenance profile, with the most recent MOT conducted on 10 July 2025 at 113,251 miles. That test initially failed on front brake pads worn below 1.5 mm, a defect rectified on the same day to secure a pass. The immediate retest and repair suggest the previous owner addressed the fault promptly, though the underlying pattern of repeated brake wear advisories and failures indicates the vehicle has been driven hard and not always maintained proactively. The overall trend is neither clearly worsening nor fully resolving, but rather reflects a cycle of consumable replacement driven by high annual mileage rather than a single catastrophic failure. The mileage accumulation is notably aggressive. Between the August 2022 test at 53,258 miles and the August 2023 test at 76,011 miles, the Kuga covered 22,753 miles in twelve months. That rate held steady through to July 2025, adding a further 37,240 miles over roughly two years. Such sustained high-mileage use accelerates wear on brake discs and pads, suspension bushes, track rod ends, and constant velocity joints. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests shows 16,680 miles covered in under eleven months, confirming the vehicle has been in consistent, demanding service rather than sitting idle. Buyers should focus their physical inspection on the front braking system. The July 2025 failure on pads below 1.5 mm, combined with the August 2023 advisory on rear pads wearing thin, points to a car that has consumed brake components at an elevated rate. Check the condition of the front and rear brake discs for scoring, lipping, and minimum thickness, and verify whether the pads were replaced with quality parts or budget alternatives. The nearside front CV boot advisory flagged in August 2024 at 96,571 miles also warrants close scrutiny. If the joint was not replaced, look for clicking under full lock and inspect the boot for fresh grease splatter indicating a recent failure. Beyond the drivetrain, the offside rear tyre worn to 2.7 mm on the edge in 2024 suggests possible tracking misalignment or a suspension geometry issue, potentially worn rear suspension bushes or a deformed subframe. Have the rear alignment checked and inspect the inner edges of all four tyres for uneven wear. At 113,251 miles, also examine the condition of the coil springs for sag or fracture, the anti-roll bar links for play, and the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly around the flexi-joint and mounting points. The clean 2022 pass at 53,258 miles shows the car was once well-kept, but the subsequent mileage surge has clearly taken its toll on wear components.