2018 Ford Kuga 1.5L Petrol · EF18 WMM

The vehicle’s MOT record tells a clear story of a generally road‑worthy Kuga with a recurring consumable‑wear pattern – rear brake pads have been flagged as thin for two consecutive years and the off‑side front tyre was noted as approaching the legal limit on two occasions. Both the 2026‑01‑06 and 2025‑06‑25 tests were passed, and there are no outright failures, indicating that apart from these wear items the car has met the statutory safety criteria throughout its recent history. At 50,174 mi recorded over eight years the average annual mileage works out to roughly 6,300 mi, which sits comfortably within the typical usage band for a family SUV of this age. The MOTs have been logged annually without any significant gaps, suggesting the vehicle has been driven consistently rather than sitting idle for long periods. Such a mileage profile points to moderate overall component wear – nothing extreme, but the usual wear items (brakes, tyres, suspension bushings) will be approaching the end of their service lives. Prospective buyers should give the rear braking system close attention. Thin rear pads often herald the need for replacement within the next few thousand miles; listen for a high‑pitched squeal that rises in pitch as the pads wear, and feel for any increase in pedal travel or a spongy rear‑brake response during a slow‑speed stop. While the MOT did not record any disc condition issues, it is prudent to inspect the rear discs for scoring or glazing and to verify that the caliper pistons move freely without binding. The off‑side front tyre, having been highlighted twice as near the legal tread limit, is another priority. Verify the current tread depth with a gauge – anything below 1.6 mm will be illegal – and look for uneven wear patterns that could indicate mis‑alignment or worn suspension components such as control‑arm bushes. A visual check for sidewall cracks or bulges is also advisable. Finally, the deteriorated rear registration plate, although only an advisory, should be replaced to ensure clear legibility and compliance with road‑traffic regulations.