2016 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · LT66 UOX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 75,092 miles passed despite the presence of pitted and scored front brake discs and a deteriorated rear plate. This follows a failure in September 2024 due to headlamp alignment issues and a legally worn nearside front tyre. While the vehicle consistently passes its tests, the recurring appearance of consumable defects suggests the owner only addresses faults once they threaten an MOT pass. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. The record shows steady usage between tests, moving from 48,143 miles in September 2022 to 56,233 miles in 2023, and eventually reaching 75,092 miles by the 2025 inspection. This linear accumulation indicates the car has not suffered from long periods of neglect, though the relatively low annual mileage means components like rubber and seals are subject to normal aging. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension components, as the record noted a leaking rear shock absorber in 2022 and repeated tyre wear issues in 2024, which often indicate underlying alignment problems or worn bushes. The pitted front brake discs identified in the 2025 test should be evaluated for replacement alongside new pads to ensure effective braking performance and prevent judder. Additionally, the exhaust corrosion noted in 2022 warrants a close visual check of the undercarriage to ensure the rust has not progressed into a structural failure of the hangers or mounting points.