2017 Ford Kuga ST-Line Tdci 2.0L Diesel · ES04 SHA

The 2017 Ford Kuga ST-Line TDCi presents a clean MOT record with a stable and reassuring maintenance trend. The most recent test on 18 October 2025 at 105,458 miles passed with zero defects, advisories, or failures. This is the fifth consecutive clean pass in the digital record, stretching back to January 2021. No recurring faults, corrosion, or emissions issues have surfaced across the documented history, indicating consistent mechanical care and no emerging systemic problems. The mileage accumulation is steady and typical for a nine-year-old vehicle. Between the January 2021 test at 70,310 miles and the October 2025 test at 105,458 miles, the car covered 35,148 miles in just under five years, averaging roughly 7,000 miles per year. However, the annualised figure across the full nine-year lifespan sits closer to 11,700 miles per year, suggesting the car was driven more heavily in its earlier years before settling into lighter recent use. The gap between the 2021 and 2022 tests is only nine months, and subsequent tests are spaced at approximately annual intervals, which is a reasonable and consistent servicing rhythm. Despite the clean paperwork, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. The 2017 Kuga platform is known to suffer from premature wear on rear suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and coil spring mounting points, none of which may present as a failure until the MOT is due. Front brake discs and pads should be measured for wear, as binding calipers and uneven disc thickness are common on this generation. Underbody corrosion around the rear subframe mounting points and along the sills warrants close attention, particularly if the car has spent time in areas with heavy road salt use. The 2.0-litre TDCi diesel powertrain should be checked for oil leaks around the turbocharger feed and EGR valve, and the DPF system should be verified for regeneration health given the mixed-use mileage pattern. Tyre condition and tread depth should be assessed across all four corners, as uneven wear can point to tracking issues or worn suspension geometry that has not yet triggered a formal advisory. The exhaust system should be inspected for corrosion at the flexi-joint and back box, especially given the age of the vehicle. A short test drive will reveal any clutch slip under load, gearbox whine from the manual transmission, or power steering fluid leaks from the rack. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but it does not substitute for a hands-on mechanical inspection before purchase.