2015 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · NL15 FBF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive service pattern. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 88,501 miles passed, it identified perishing and cracking on both nearside and offside rear tyres. This follows a period of inconsistent maintenance where the vehicle failed in October 2025 due to a tyre monitoring system fault, headlamp misalignment, and an oil leak, which were rectified for the subsequent pass. The mileage progression is consistent with an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between January 2019 and January 2020, where the car covered over 16,000 miles in twelve months. However, usage has stabilized recently, with roughly 7,000 miles recorded between March 2024 and October 2025. This steady usage pattern explains the accelerated wear observed on rubber components and mechanical assemblies noted in the later inspections. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system, as it shows a recurring history of neglect. The tester flagged imbalanced rear brakes in February 2021, thin pads and pitted discs in January 2024, and a failure in March 2024 for a rear pad being below the legal limit. This suggests the previous owner only replaced components when they reached the point of failure. The buyer should also verify the source of the oil leak noted in late 2025 to ensure it has not developed into a significant gasket failure. The perishing of the rear tyres in the 2026 test indicates the vehicle may have sat for extended periods or been exposed to environmental damage despite the low mileage. Given the age of the Kuga, a physical check of the suspension bushes and chassis for corrosion is essential, as these were not explicitly highlighted in the recent advisories but are common points of failure for this model. Ensure the tyre monitoring system is fully functional, as it was previously a point of failure.