2020 Ford Kuga ST-Line Phev CVT 2.5L Hybrid electric · JS09 JEN

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While the car passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 55,998 miles, the report flagged multiple defects that were absent in the previous 2024 inspection. The appearance of a defective electronic parking brake alongside thinning rear brake pads and discs suggests that the braking system is now reaching a stage of significant wear that requires immediate mechanical attention. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,333 miles per year. The car covered 16,682 miles between the September 2023 test at 24,723 miles and the subsequent annual check, followed by another 14,593 miles prior to the 2025 test. This steady usage suggests typical commuting patterns rather than long periods of stagnation, which explains the standard degradation of consumable components like the tyres and brake hardware noted in the 2023 record. A buyer must inspect the electronic parking brake system specifically, as the 2025 advisory indicates a functional fault that could lead to total failure if the actuator degrades. The 2023 advisory regarding inner edge wear on the nearside front tyre indicates a potential alignment issue or suspension geometry that should be verified to prevent premature tyre failure. Given the worn rear brake discs and pads identified in the latest test, a full tactile inspection of the rear calipers and brake lines is necessary to ensure no binding or excessive corrosion has occurred.