2019 Ford Kuga 1.5L Petrol · HW69 LHA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward deferred consumable component replacement. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 55,555 miles passed, the tester flagged thin rear brake pads and both rear tyres reaching the legal limit. This marks a departure from the 2024 and 2025 inspections where no defects were recorded, suggesting that routine wear items have now been neglected since the previous service interval. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical annual use for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap in the record between December 2023 and May 2024, where the car covered only 1,865 miles in five months. However, the usage increased significantly thereafter, with 11,447 miles clocked between the May 2025 and 2026 tests. This surge in mileage likely explains the sudden appearance of wear on the braking system and tyres noted in the latest MOT report. A buyer must inspect the suspension geometry and alignment, as the recurring reports of tyres worn on the edge in 2022, 2023, and 2026 indicate a persistent tracking issue or worn suspension bushes. The condition of the rear brake pads requires an immediate check of the discs to ensure they have not been scored or thinned. Given the history of a nail in the tyre and uneven wear patterns, the current rubber should be checked for structural damage or improper pressure distribution before purchase.