2012 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · MK62 WFD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a recurring trend of suspension and brake component degradation. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 117,310 miles passed, it flagged a severely deteriorated offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover. This follows a pattern of mechanical wear noted in previous years, suggesting that while the vehicle is kept on the road, repairs appear to be reactive rather than proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. The record shows steady accumulation of roughly 6,000 to 9,000 miles between annual tests, moving from 97,688 miles in October 2022 to 117,310 miles by October 2025. This regular usage is generally beneficial for seals and moving components, though the high mileage now correlates with the frequency of minor mechanical failures. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front and rear suspension assemblies. The history notes a fractured offside rear coil spring in 2023 following an advisory for wear in 2022, alongside repeated issues with anti-roll bar linkages and ball joints. The buyer should check for play in all rubber boots and joints to prevent further structural suspension failures. Furthermore, the 2024 advisory regarding thin brake pads on both rear wheels at 111,243 miles means attention should be paid to the current state of the friction material to ensure they are not nearing the end of their life.