2009 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · EK09 UMR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in October 2025 with 134,870 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of neglect in late 2023. While the car previously struggled with multiple mechanical and electronic failures, the clean sheet from the most recent test indicates that the previous owner addressed the outstanding faults and maintained a higher standard of upkeep recently. At 17 years old, the 134,870 miles recorded on the odometer averages approximately 7,900 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for an older SUV. There is a notable discrepancy in mileage between the September 2022 test at 132,129 miles and the October 2023 test at 135,279 miles, where the vehicle covered only 3,150 miles in a year. However, the mileage increased by 2,875 miles between October 2023 and October 2024, suggesting consistent low-usage or periods of standing throughout the recorded history. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and tyres, as the record shows front tyres were worn to the legal limit with edge wear in both 2023 and 2024. This pattern suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that require a check. Furthermore, the 2023 failure for exhaust emissions exceeding the limit warrants a close look at the engine health and fuel system to ensure the vehicle is not burning oil or overheating despite the recent pass. Given the headlamp levelling device and registration plate lamp failures in 2023, verify these electrical components remain fully functional during the test drive.