2015 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · EX15 VTZ

A consistent pattern of clean MOT passes defines the recorded roadworthiness history of this 2015 Ford Kuga, with the most recent test on 18 June 2026 returning a pass with no defects or advisories noted, and the two prior annual tests in June 2025 and May 2024 mirroring that result. The only recorded failures are isolated and relatively minor in nature: a 2022 test flagged a non-functioning offside front position lamp, which is typically a bulb or wiring concern rather than a structural or mechanical issue, and an August 2023 entry recorded an offside rear tyre with a cut exceeding permissible depth, accompanied by a nearside rear nail in the inner tyre and an advisory noting items had been removed from the driver's view prior to test. Both the 2022 and 2023 entries also show passes on the same dates, indicating the vehicles were repaired and re-presented within the same testing visit or shortly thereafter. Overall the trend is stable rather than worsening, with no repeat advisories on suspension, braking, corrosion, exhaust, or structural integrity across the seven tests documented. The recorded mileage of 99,046 miles across an 11-year vehicle age equates to an average accumulation of roughly 9,000 miles per year, which sits close to the typical usage bracket for a car of this vintage and is neither notably low nor unusually high. There are no extended gaps in the MOT testing record that would suggest prolonged off-road storage, and the relatively even year-on-year presence in DVSA records is consistent with regular use rather than sporadic or seasonal running. Mechanically, this level of annual mileage places moderate demand on the usual wear items for a Kuga of this generation, including brake discs and pads, suspension bushes and coil springs, the dual-clutch automatic or manual gearbox linkages where applicable, and the rear differential and driveshaft joints on the all-wheel-drive variants. The absence of any structural, corrosion, or under-body advisories across the entire history is a favourable indicator given the Kuga's known susceptibility to rear subframe and suspension arm corrosion in higher-mileage examples, but the MOT records alone cannot verify the condition of those components beyond what was visible to the tester. For a prospective buyer, the specific advisories that did appear centre on tyre condition rather than mechanical wear, with three separate entries from 2021 and 2023 flagging nails or cuts in rear tyres, and the 2023 test recording a cut deep enough to reach the tyre ply or cords. This pattern warrants careful attention to the current tyre set: on inspection, check the tread depth across the full width of all four tyres, look for uneven shoulder wear which can point to suspension geometry misalignment, and inspect the sidewalls for bulges, cracking, or repairs, particularly on the rear pair. On a test drive, listen for any rhythmic thumping or vibration through the steering wheel which could indicate a deformed tyre or wheel imbalance, and pay attention to any pulling to one side under braking which may suggest warped brake discs given the mileage. Beyond the tyre history, a test drive should focus on the components most likely to show wear at this mileage on a Kuga. Listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, which can indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or lower wishbone bushes, and feel for any vagueness or knocking through the steering rack. Check for smooth operation of the clutch and gear selection if fitted with a manual gearbox, as clutch wear and dual-mass flywheel issues are common at higher mileages. Inspect the rear subframe mounting points and suspension arms for any surface corrosion or flaking, particularly around the wheel arches and under the boot floor, as this is a known area of concern for the Kuga. Finally, verify that all exterior position lamps and number plate illumination function correctly, given the prior lamp failure, and confirm there are no warning lights illuminated on the dashboard, particularly relating to the diesel particulate filter or emissions system if this is a diesel variant.