2018 Ford Kuga 1.5L Petrol · JE55 SXS

Structural longevity and mechanical preservation characterize the roadworthiness history of this Ford Kuga, which accumulated a total of six MOT tests resulting in five passes and a single dangerous failure. The overarching trend indicates a vehicle that successfully clears annual statutory inspections following periodic corrective intervention, most notably rebounding from a major tyre failure in late 2022 to record successive advisory-free passes, concluding with a clean pass on 28th October 2025 at 28,054 recorded miles. While the more recent test results show no active defects, the history requires prospective buyers to review past component degradation, particularly concerning friction materials and tyre integrity, to confirm that required replacements were executed promptly. The recorded mileage of 28,054 miles across roughly eight years translates to an annual average of approximately 3,507 miles, placing this vehicle firmly in the low-usage category for its age. This restricted annual mileage footprint can sometimes point toward regular short-trip urban driving cycles where engines and exhaust systems may not consistently reach optimal operating temperatures, or conversely, extended periods of inactivity on a driveway or forecourt. Mechanically, low-mileage examples demand close scrutiny of consumable items that age through time rather than distance alone, alongside verification that servicing intervals were met despite the low distance covered between annual tests. Attention should be directed toward the braking system based on the advisory history from October 2023, which noted that all brake discs were worn, pitted, or scored, and the brake pads were wearing thin. On a test drive, prospective buyers must test the brake pedal for any pulsation, judder, or excessive travel that would indicate the friction surfaces require immediate renewal. Listen carefully for any metallic scraping or grinding noises when applying the brakes gently at low speeds, and verify that the vehicle pulls up in a straight line without binding or pulling to one side, which would suggest neglected calipers or uneven pad retraction. Tyre health also demands thorough physical inspection prior to purchase, given the serious safety intervention recorded in October 2022 when the offside rear tyre suffered a dangerous failure due to exposed cords and large cuts, alongside a subsequent advisory in 2023 for front tyres worn close to the legal limit or on the edge. Inspect all four tyre sidewalls and tread blocks for uneven wear patterns, cracking from age or UV exposure, and check the manufacture date codes to ensure the rubber has not hardened prematurely. Ensuring proper wheel alignment and suspension geometry during the test drive will confirm that previous tyre wear issues were fully resolved and are not recurring due to tracking misalignment or worn suspension bushes.