2018 Ford Kuga 1.5L Petrol · FG68 EBO

The 2018 Ford Kuga presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 5 September 2025 at 79,480 miles with zero defects. This indicates the vehicle currently meets all required safety and emissions standards. The record shows no recurring mechanical failures or persistent advisories, suggesting the previous owner addressed issues promptly rather than allowing faults to linger. The recorded mileage of 79,480 miles over eight years equates to roughly 9,935 miles annually, a typical rate for a family SUV. The MOT history reveals a steady accumulation of miles, increasing from 31,511 in September 2022 to 61,652 by September 2024. A notable anomaly appears between September 2024 and September 2025, where the mileage jumps from 61,652 to 79,480, representing a 17,828-mile increase in a single year. This spike suggests a shift from local commuting to sustained motorway driving or a long-distance commute, placing different wear demands on consumables like brakes and tyres compared to the previous low-mileage years. A peculiar entry exists on 14 September 2023, where the vehicle failed at 46,792 miles, yet no defects are recorded in the data. The following day, it passed at 46,795 miles, also without listed defects. This pattern typically indicates an aborted test, a rectification of a minor issue like a blown bulb or empty screenwash, or a data recording anomaly on the DVSA portal. Given the recent high mileage accumulation, a buyer should physically inspect the condition of the brake discs and pads, as sustained high-speed driving can cause warping or uneven wear. Suspension bushes and coil springs require close scrutiny for cracking, alongside a thorough check of the tyre tread depth and sidewall condition to ensure they match the demands of the recent mileage spike.