2021 Ford Kuga ST-Line X ED Ecoblue A 1.5L Diesel · JA71 DEM

The most recent MOT, on 24 September 2025 at 43,903 miles, resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. That outcome places the vehicle in a stable and roadworthy condition. The initial failure five days earlier at 43,738 miles also recorded no defects, which suggests the issue was resolved before the pass, or the fail was administrative in nature. Either way, the maintenance trend is not worsening; the latest inspection is entirely free of mechanical warnings. The mileage pattern deserves some scrutiny. The 2024 test showed 30,410 miles, meaning the car covered 13,493 miles in the following year. That is a noticeable jump from the roughly 10,000 miles per year it averaged in its first three years. The recorded total of 43,903 miles over roughly five years equates to about 8,781 miles annually, which remains typical for a Ford Kuga of this age. The higher recent accumulation is not excessive, but it does point toward motorway or regular long-distance use rather than sporadic short trips, which typically places steadier wear on brakes and tyres. Because the MOT record shows no advisories, no corrosion warnings, and no suspension or brake faults, there is no evidence of a recurring mechanical problem. A buyer should still carry out a basic in-person inspection. Check the condition of the brake discs for lipping or scoring, and feel for any pulling or vibration under braking that might indicate binding calipers. Probe the front and rear suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or knocking over speed bumps, since these are common wear points on the Kuga platform. Tyre tread depth and evenness of wear are worth confirming, especially given the recent mileage increase. The structural integrity appears sound, with no corrosion flagged in any test, so a routine visual check underneath should confirm that. Overall, the paper record is clean, and the car shows no signs of neglected servicing or serious mechanical risk.