2015 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · L9 CYD

The vehicle shows a stable but aging maintenance profile, with the most recent test on 8 October 2025 at 86,006 miles passing despite a recurring advisory. The MOT history reveals a persistent issue with the rear suspension, specifically worn arm pins or bushes on the offside rear. This fault has appeared in every test since the October 2023 failure, indicating that while the wear is not yet at a level that causes failure, the components are reaching the end of their service life and have not been replaced. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 71,110 miles in October 2022 to 86,006 miles in October 2025. This steady climb suggests regular road use rather than long periods of inactivity, which helps mitigate certain risks associated with seized components or perished seals often found in low-mileage vehicles. A prospective buyer should focus physical inspection on the rear suspension assembly. The repeated advisories for worn suspension arm pins and bushes suggest that a full replacement of these components may be imminent to prevent more significant handling issues or further mechanical degradation. The October 2023 failure also highlighted a noisy offside front wheel bearing and play in the nearside front track rod end; although these were not noted in subsequent tests, they warrant a manual check for play or noise during a test drive. Tyre maintenance appears somewhat reactive. The record shows sidewall damage and perishing in October 2023, followed by a cut in the nearside rear tyre in October 2024. While these are consumable items, the frequency of tyre-related advisories suggests the previous owner may have been running tyres close to their limits. Checking the remaining tread depth and sidewall integrity on all four tyres is a necessary step before purchase.