2013 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · EN62 JDK

The vehicle presents a concerning mechanical profile characterized by a significant downward trend in structural integrity. While it passed its most recent MOT in July 2025 at 98,120 miles, this success followed just fifteen days after a major failure. The tester previously flagged the rear sub-frame as corroded to the point of reduced rigidity, which is a serious safety concern. Although the vehicle currently appears roadworthy, the recurring nature of structural and suspension-related failures suggests a maintenance history defined by reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year over its 13-year life. There is a notable two-year gap in testing records between August 2022 and March 2024, during which the vehicle covered nearly 9,000 miles. The rapid accumulation of nearly 4,000 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates a period of higher usage, which likely correlates with the accelerated degradation of rubber components and metalwork observed in the later inspections. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sub-frame to ensure the repairs made following the July 2025 failure were effective and that corrosion has not progressed. The offside front CV boot and nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover failed previously and require checking for current grease leakage or perished rubber. Given the history of weakened rear brake discs and misaligned track rod ends, the entire braking and suspension geometry should be scrutinized for uneven wear or mechanical play to ensure the vehicle's handling and safety have not been compromised by previous neglect.