2014 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · LC14 OTS

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean MOT pass on 29 December 2025 at 87,865 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement after a disappointing failure just one week prior. That failure on 22 December was due to minor electrical and visibility issues, specifically involving the offside rear fog lamp, the offside windscreen wiper, and the nearside side repeater. These faults suggest the owner is responsive to testing requirements and addressed the defects immediately before the subsequent passing test. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 75,650 miles in December 2023 to 80,978 miles in December 2024, and reaching 87,865 miles by late 2025. This regular interval suggests the car has not been subjected to long periods of stagnation, which is generally beneficial for rubber components and fluid seals, though it indicates a standard level of mechanical wear. A buyer should pay close attention to the tyre history noted in December 2024. The vehicle failed that test with exposed cords on the nearside front tyre and uneven wear or perishing on the rear tyres. While these have likely been replaced, the pattern of uneven wear on the edges often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. A physical inspection should verify the current tyre set for similar wear patterns to ensure the underlying geometry fault was rectified when the tyres were changed. Given the lack of structural corrosion or brake advisories in the recent records, the primary focus remains on the auxiliary electrical components that previously failed. The recent failure of the wiper blade and bulbs indicates that basic consumable maintenance might be overlooked until an inspection. Overall, the record reflects a vehicle that is maintained well enough to pass legal standards through proactive reactive care.