2016 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · FM65 HVE

The 2016 Ford Kuga presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 11 February 2026 at 74,580 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded. The day prior, on 10 February 2026 at 74,537 miles, the vehicle failed with no defects listed, which points to an administrative or documentation issue at the testing station rather than a mechanical fault. Across the preceding four years the car passed every test cleanly, showing no advisories on suspension bushes, brake discs, exhaust emissions, or structural corrosion. Annual mileage sits at a typical level for a ten-year-old vehicle. The records show 56,489 miles in February 2023, 61,223 in February 2024, 67,656 in February 2025, and 74,537 by February 2026. That equates to roughly 5,500 to 7,000 miles added each year, with no sudden jumps or long dormant periods. The clean pass history and steady accumulation suggest the previous keeper used the Kuga for normal commuting and kept up with basic servicing. The absence of any recorded advisories means the MOT data alone reveals no recurring wear on consumables or serious mechanical risks. A buyer should still verify in person that the suspension struts, coil springs, and brake calipers show no hidden corrosion or binding, since the tester logged nothing but a short inspection window cannot capture long-term degradation. The February 2026 fail with zero defects warrants a check of the V5C and test certificate to confirm the rectification was paperwork only. Given the sparse but clean record, the Kuga reads as a low-risk purchase from a documentation standpoint. Inspect underneath for structural rust at sills and subframes, and confirm tyre tread depth and wiper condition match the no-advisory status before completion.