2021 Ford Kuga ST-Line Phev CVT 2.5L Hybrid electric · FL21 WSV

The 2021 Ford Kuga ST-Line PHEV CVT presents a stable and largely reassuring roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 7 January 2026 at 71,155 miles, resulted in a clean pass with only a minor advisory for a slightly worn offside front inner tyre edge. This is a consumable wear item, not a structural or mechanical defect. The maintenance trend is stable and improving. The vehicle passed its January 2025 test at 53,671 miles with zero defects, and its June 2024 test at 47,326 miles also recorded no faults whatsoever. The single advisory in 2026 is trivial and does not indicate a worsening pattern. The mileage accumulation is notably high for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 14,231 miles per year. The record shows a significant gap between the June 2024 test at 47,326 miles and the January 2025 test at 53,671 miles, representing 6,345 miles in roughly seven months. The subsequent jump to 71,155 miles by January 2026 is far more pronounced, adding 17,484 miles in exactly twelve months. This suggests a period of sustained high-intensity use, likely motorway or long-distance commuting, concentrated in the most recent year. The vehicle has clearly been driven hard and consistently. A buyer should approach this mileage with a focus on high-wear components. The slightly uneven inner tyre wear on the front axle warrants a close physical inspection of the suspension geometry. A worn inner edge typically points to excessive negative camber or a deteriorated suspension bush, and on a Kuga with this mileage, compliance bushes, drop links, and front lower arm assemblies are prime suspects. The drivetrain and brake components deserve equal scrutiny. A PHEV CVT gearbox subjected to 17,000 miles in a single year should be checked for judder, whine, or fluid condition. The regenerative braking system can mask mechanical brake wear, so physically measure the thickness of all brake discs and pads rather than relying on the MOT pass alone. Finally, inspect the underside for corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe mounting points and suspension trailing arms, as high annual mileage accelerates surface rust even on a modern vehicle.