2016 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · LL16 AEK

The 2016 Ford Kuga passed its most recent MOT on 24 September 2025 at 101,420 miles, confirming current roadworthiness, yet the advisory on a loose rear exhaust heat shield and the child seat obstruction indicate minor but relevant issues that merit attention. After a failure on 30 August 2024 that recorded near‑side rear brake binding, excessive pad wear and a tyre with exposed cords, the September 2025 test cleared the vehicle, suggesting that the major brake defect was remedied; however, the recurrence of binding rear brakes in earlier records points to a persistent suspension or caliper issue that may still require verification. The vehicle has shown a generally stable maintenance pattern, with only one major failure in the last two years. Mileage has risen from 31,110 miles in May 2019 to 101,420 miles in September 2025, averaging roughly 10,140 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a ten‑year‑old vehicle. The intervals between tests are regular, with no extended periods of inactivity; the jump from 80,107 miles in May 2023 to 92,053 miles in August 2024 represents an acceleration of about 12,000 miles over fifteen months, still within normal expectations, and the dual test entry on 28 May 2021 reflects a re‑test following a headlamp aim fault rather than a mileage anomaly. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear brake system thoroughly, checking for continued binding, worn pads, and the condition of the rear suspension bushes and coil springs, as the history shows repeated binding faults. The tyre with exposed cords on the near‑side front wheel demands immediate replacement and a review of overall tyre wear patterns. The loose rear exhaust heat shield should be secured, and the structural integrity of the rear chassis and exhaust mounting points should be examined for corrosion. Finally, the presence of a child seat that obstructs the adult belt inspection suggests that the rear seat anchorage and belt routing should be verified for proper function.