2020 Ford Kuga Titanium First ED Eblue 1.5L Diesel · GL02 BEC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows signs of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in March 2026 at 32,223 miles resulted in a failure due to a worn nearside rear tyre and an inoperative tyre pressure monitoring system. While the vehicle passed immediately following these repairs, the presence of these faults suggests that basic safety-related consumables and electronic sensors were overlooked until necessitated by the MOT failure. At 32,223 miles, this six-year-old Kuga reflects low usage, averaging approximately 5,370 miles per year. The mileage progression is consistent, with a jump of 5,325 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 6,742 miles between 2025 and 2026. This low mileage generally preserves mechanical components on the drivetrain, though it can also lead to issues like brake corrosion or flat spotted tyres if the vehicle sits for extended periods. A buyer must pay close attention to the braking system and rear suspension geometry. The 2024 test at 20,156 miles flagged pitted and scored rear brake discs, and the 2026 failure noted the nearside rear tyre was worn on the edge. This uneven wear pattern often indicates an alignment issue or a worn suspension bush that is causing improper camber camber. A physical inspection should also verify that the tyre pressure monitoring system is now fully functional, as this was a specific point of failure in the latest inspection.