2010 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · GL60 AEK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of neglected minor wear-related components. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 83,317 miles passed, the tester flagged a damaged windscreen and perishing rear tyres. This follows a multi-year pattern observed between 2022 and 2025 where the owner consistently addressed faults only after they reached a state of failure or significant advisory status, rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 83,317 miles, this 16-year-old Kuga shows low mileage, averaging approximately 5,200 miles per year. There is a significant gap in the records between November 2017 and March 2022, during which the vehicle covered only 14,284 miles over four years. This low usage frequency likely explains the perishing tyres and pitted brake discs noted in later tests, as infrequent use often leads to the degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion on metal surfaces that are not regularly cleared by braking friction. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the braking system, as pitted and scored brake discs have appeared in almost every annual test since 2022. Although noted as not being seriously weakened, the recurrence suggests a lack of disc replacement or attention to brake fluid cleanliness. The noisy rear differential reported in March 2022 at 64,562 miles should be verified during a test drive to ensure internal wear has not worsened, despite the low mileage. Furthermore, attention is required for the suspension geometry following the fractured offside rear coil spring in April 2023. Given the age of the vehicle and the visible signs of rubber degradation, an inspector should check all lateral bushes and suspension mounts for cracking. The perishing of the tyres noted in the 2026 test indicates that the rubber is reaching the end of its structural life regardless of remaining tread depth.