2017 Ford Kuga 1.5L Diesel · ML17 AOB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test on 11 December 2025 at 83,205 miles resulted in a failure due to a blown offside front headlamp and a deteriorated nearside front suspension ball joint dust cover. While these issues were rectified to secure a pass, the persistent presence of an oil leak across every test since 2022 suggests an ongoing mechanical weakness that has not been fully addressed. At 83,205 miles over nine years, the Kuga averages approximately 9,245 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a modern family car. The mileage progression shows consistent use, with roughly 5,347 miles covered between December 2024 and December 2025, and approximately 9,166 miles between November 2023 and December 2024. This regularity suggests the vehicle does not sit for long periods, which explains the gradual wear on rubber components and braking hardware. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension, as the record shows recurring issues with ball joint dust covers and misting shock absorbers dating back to 2022. The history also notes repeated body damage to the offside front wing and door, which warrants a check for hidden structural repairs or corrosion in those impact areas. Furthermore, the recurring mentions of pitted brake discs and thin pads in 2023 and 2024 indicate that the previous owners may have neglected brake service intervals alongside the oil leak that the tester has consistently flagged over the last four years.