2016 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · NV65 SWY

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on December 9 2025 with 82,878 miles and no recorded defects. This result indicates that the mechanical and safety issues identified in the previous year have been addressed. The overall maintenance trend appears stable following a period of reactive repairs in late 2024, as the car has maintained a clean record through the most recent inspection cycle. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage of nearly 10,000 miles between January 2024 and December 2024, followed by a more standard interval of roughly 9,900 miles leading up to the 2025 test. The steady accumulation of mileage suggests suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting idle, which helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and brake systems common in long-term stationary cars. A buyer should specifically inspect the steering system, as the December 2024 test at 72,930 miles flagged play in the offside front steering rack inner joints. While this was likely rectified to achieve the subsequent pass, a physical check for any remaining steering play or clunking is advisable. The previous report of perishing tyres on the nearside front suggests the owner may have neglected age-related wear, so the current tyres should be inspected for sidewall cracking despite their tread depth. The failure in early January 2024 at 63,036 miles due to a major exhaust leak and failed emissions indicates that the exhaust system and oxygen sensors previously required significant attention. The buyer should verify the exhaust is currently free of soot marks or abnormal noise to ensure the repair was thorough. Given that no structural corrosion or rust advisories have appeared in the records, the focus remains on these wear-related mechanical components and the integrity of the steering assembly.