2024 Ford Kuga ST-Line Phev CVT Hybrid electric (clean) · LD74 FHB

The vehicle in question, a 2024 Ford Kuga ST-Line PHEV CVT, currently has no recorded DVSA MOT test history available on the official database. As a car first registered in 2024, it will not be legally required to undergo its first MOT test until three years after its initial registration, meaning the next mandatory assessment would fall in 2027. While the absence of any failure points or advisories is naturally expected for a vehicle of this age, the lack of any MOT data means we cannot evaluate a maintenance trend from the testing station perspective. From an objective standpoint, the maintenance trend must therefore be classified as unverified until such time as the first DVSA examination is completed and recorded. With no recorded mileage available and no MOT history to cross-reference against, it is unfortunately not possible to calculate the annual usage rate or identify any significant gaps or accumulations in driving distance. As a PHEV variant, the Kuga operates on a combination of petrol and electric propulsion, and its overall mechanical wear is heavily dependent on whether it has been predominantly driven in electric mode for short urban journeys or used for longer mixed mileage where the internal combustion engine and associated drivetrain components accumulate load. Regardless of the digital mileage record, the complex hybrid powertrain, regenerative braking system, and high-voltage battery pack should be considered subject to wear based on calendar age and usage type, which can sometimes diverge substantially from the odometer reading on plug-in hybrid vehicles. Given that this is a late 2024 model with no recorded MOT history, a prospective buyer must undertake a series of practical physical inspections tailored to a low-age, potentially low-mileage PHEV. Externally, inspect all four tyres for signs of sidewall perishing or cracking caused by age rather than wear, as tyres degrade from UV exposure and standing time even with ample tread remaining. Examine the brake discs for surface corrosion or binding calipers resulting from infrequent use, particularly if the vehicle has spent long periods stationary or driven predominantly in EV mode without engaging the friction brakes. Check the 12V auxiliary battery state of health, as modern vehicles suffer parasitic drain and the high-voltage traction battery may show degradation if the PHEV system has not been regularly plugged in and cycled. Verify the most recent service book stamps to ensure time-based fluid servicing such as brake fluid, coolant, and gearbox oil has been attended to within manufacturer schedules, and confirm the operation of the charging cable, port, and any associated electrical systems. On a test drive, listen carefully for any suspension clonks or knocks over uneven road surfaces, as low-mileage PHEVs can suffer from prematurely seized suspension bushes or coil springs due to standing corrosion and lack of articulation. Pay close attention to the transition between electric and petrol propulsion for any shudder, judder, or excessive vibration from the CVT transmission, which would suggest software calibration issues or mechanical wear in the hybrid drivetrain. Test the braking system thoroughly for any pulling, uneven pedal feel, or grinding noises that could indicate caliper seizure. Finally, verify that all dashboard readouts display accurate state of charge, electric range estimation, and that no warning lights related to the emissions system, hybrid powertrain, or brake regeneration are present, as fault codes on a modern PHEV can often be expensive to diagnose and rectify at a main dealer.