2012 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · FN12 AAV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on its most recent MOT history. The most recent test conducted on 19 March 2025 at 155,893 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical and safety systems currently meet minimum legal standards. While there was a failure recorded in March 2024, the immediate pass on the same day suggests the owner was proactive in addressing the identified faults to return the car to the road. At 155,893 miles, the Kuga has averaged approximately 11,135 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a 14-year-old vehicle. The data shows consistent use over the last four years, with a jump of roughly 12,600 miles between February 2022 and March 2023, and another 14,000 miles between March 2023 and March 2024. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not been subject to long periods of neglect, which helps keep components lubricated and prevents premature seizing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to high-mileage wear despite the clean MOT record. Given the age and mileage, a thorough check of the suspension arm bushes and coil springs is necessary to identify signs of cracking or sagging. The March 2024 failure, though not detailed in the summary, implies the buyer should verify the brake system for binding calipers or uneven disc wear to ensure the previous repair was robust. Additionally inspect for corrosion on the rear subframe and exhaust mounting points, as these are common areas of failure on this generation of Kuga as they exceed the 150,000-mile mark.