2014 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · HV64 AAE

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 26 September 2025, although this followed a failure involving a dangerous offside rear tyre and a major malfunction of the tyre pressure monitoring system. An analysis of the three-year history reveals a concerning trend of reactive maintenance, particularly regarding tyre health. The recurring presence of advisories and failures related to tread depth and inner edge wear suggests that consumables are frequently run to the legal limit or beyond before being addressed, indicating a lack of proactive upkeep. The recorded mileage of 80,888 miles over approximately twelve years equates to an average annual usage of roughly 6,741 miles. This is considered typical for a vehicle of this age and class. Mechanically, this mileage profile is generally favorable, as it avoids the severe wear associated with high-mileage drivetrain stress while remaining high enough to prevent the common issues found in low-usage vehicles, such as seized brake calipers or perished rubber seals from prolonged standing. A primary area of concern for a prospective buyer is the repeated evidence of uneven tyre wear, specifically the inner edge wear noted in the 2024 records. This is a classic symptom of incorrect wheel alignment or worn suspension bushes and coil springs. During a test drive, the buyer should be alert for any pulling to one side or abnormal road noise. It is essential to physically inspect the current tyres to confirm that the alignment has been professionally corrected rather than simply replacing the tyres, as unresolved alignment issues will lead to premature wear of the new set. Furthermore, the recent major failure of the tyre pressure monitoring system must be verified to ensure the fault has been fully rectified and is not a recurring electronic glitch. Given the pattern of neglecting tyre maintenance, the buyer should scrutinize the service history for evidence of regular oil changes and brake fluid replacements. Particular attention should be paid to the condition of the brake discs for any significant lip or corrosion, and the buyer should ensure the vehicle does not exhibit any shuddering under braking, which would indicate warped discs resulting from irregular maintenance intervals.