2016 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · EX16 GXC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of escalating mechanical neglect. While it passed the January 2026 test at 115,586 miles, the preceding failure in December 2025 highlighted multiple critical faults across the suspension and drivetrain. The tester flagged a split nearside front CV boot, excessive play in the steering rack inner joints, and a failing nearside rear wheel bearing. The fact that these significant mechanical issues were present so recently suggests the previous owner only addressed faults upon MOT failure rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile of 115,586 miles over ten years aligns with the national average of approximately 11,500 miles per annum. However, the data shows a sharp recent increase in usage. The vehicle covered roughly 5,000 miles between March 2024 and January 2025, but then clocked 6,800 miles in just eleven months leading to the final test. This rapid accumulation correlates with the sudden deterioration of rubber components, as evidenced by the structural failures found in both rear tyres noted in the December 2025 report. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering geometry to ensure the rack inner joints and CV boots were properly replaced and not merely adjusted. Check the rear wheel bearings for hum and inspect the offside rear brake caliper for leaks, as the history shows a leaking caliper in early 2024. Given the reports of structural tyre failure and perishing in early 2026, the age and tread depth of all four tyres should be verified, as the vehicle appears prone to ignoring consumable wear until it reaches failure-related damage.