2017 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · EU67 VGD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to consumables. The latest test in July 2025 at 126,730 miles resulted in a pass despite the offside rear tyre being worn to the legal limit with uneven wear. This follows a failure in July 2024 where both front tyres were below the 1.6mm legal threshold. While the vehicle consistently passes its tests, the recurring tyre-related issues suggest the owner only replaces rubber when prompted by an inspection failure. At 126,730 miles over nine years, this Kuga has covered an average of approximately 14,000 miles per year. This is above the national average for a passenger car, suggesting consistent heavy use of the drivetrain and suspension. The data shows a significant spike in usage between August 2023 and July 2025, where the vehicle covered nearly 38,000 miles in just twenty-three months. This high rate of accumulation accelerates the wear on components like bushings, shocks, and brake components compared to lower-mileage examples. A buyer must perform a thorough inspection of the suspension geometry, as multiple reports of tyres worn on the edges in 2022 and 2025 indicate potential misalignment or worn ball joints. The 2022 record also noted pitted and scored rear brake discs at 70,555 miles, which should be checked for current thickness and signs of a sticking caliper piston. Given the high mileage, a physical inspection of the chassis for structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches is essential, as the MOT record does not detect surface rust until it becomes structural.