2016 Ford Kuga 1.5L Petrol · FH16 FDP

The 2016 Ford Kuga presents a stable and highly reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 12 May 2025 at 39,516 miles. The tester recorded zero defects or advisories, indicating the vehicle met all required safety and emissions standards without reservation. This unbroken chain of clean passes suggests a conscientious previous owner who maintained the car to a high mechanical standard rather than simply patching it up for the annual test. The mileage accumulation aligns perfectly with the low-mileage profile of a vehicle covering roughly 3,900 miles annually. Between the May 2022 test at 22,485 miles and the May 2024 test at 30,040 miles, the Kuga covered approximately 7,500 miles over two years. The most recent year shows a notable drop in usage, with only 9,476 miles added between May 2024 and May 2025. This declining annual mileage often correlates with a change in ownership circumstances or a shift to shorter, local journeys, which can sometimes lead to issues like battery drain or brake surface corrosion despite the low overall distance. Despite the flawless MOT record, a physical inspection remains essential for a decade-old vehicle with this specific usage pattern. Low-mileage cars frequently suffer from perished rubber suspension bushes and deteriorating tyre sidewalls due to age rather than wear. You should closely inspect the condition of the brake discs for surface rust, which can develop rapidly during periods of standing or short trips. Check the exhaust system for early signs of corrosion and verify the structural integrity of the underbody, as a lack of high-speed driving can sometimes mask developing suspension noises. The absence of historical advisories is a strong positive, but age-related degradation on rubber and metal components requires a hands-on assessment.