2018 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · FJ68 AWG

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent inspection data. The final test conducted on August 3, 2023, at 103,421 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the vehicle met all safety and emission standards at that time. Following an initial failure in August 2021, the car has maintained three consecutive passes without recorded defects, suggesting that any previous issues were addressed and subsequent maintenance remained consistent. The mileage pattern reflects high annual usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 13,000 miles per year. A significant interval of 24,188 miles occurred between the August 2021 test (60,069 miles) and the August 2022 test (84,257 miles), followed by another 19,164 miles in the following year leading to the August 2023 record. This consistent high-mileage places considerable strain on the drivetrain and suspension components, which typically accelerates wear compared to lower-average examples. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components most susceptible to high-mileage stress. While the MOT record shows no current defects, the high mileage necessitates a thorough check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and ball joints for signs of premature play. The brake system should be examined for thinning discs and pads, as frequent use often leads to accelerated component degradation. Since the last record was recorded nearly three years ago, a current MOT is mandatory to ensure no new structural corrosion or mechanical leaks have developed since the 2023 entry.