2022 Ford Kuga ST-Line X ED Phev CVT 2.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · OU72 NTO

A single MOT test on file for this 2022 Ford Kuga ST-Line X Edition PHEV, recorded on 20 September 2025, returned a pass with no advisories or defects noted. That outcome is the only objective data point available against which mechanical condition can be measured, and it is inherently limited: one clean result cannot, on its own, establish a pattern of roadworthiness, nor does it provide any baseline for tracking wear progression on consumable or chassis components. For a four-year-old vehicle, the absence of any recorded advisories means there is nothing in the DVSA history pointing toward developing brake wear, suspension deterioration, corrosion, or fluid leaks, but it also means there is no longitudinal record to confirm that items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, or anti-roll bar bushes are holding up consistently under use. Any prospective buyer should therefore treat this single pass as a snapshot rather than a confirmation of overall mechanical health. The recorded mileage of 19,604 miles against a 2022 registration equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 4,901 miles, which is notably low for the vehicle's age and substantially below the typical 7,000 to 10,000 miles per year expected of a family SUV. Such restrained usage is consistent with short-commute, second-car, or predominantly urban operation, and on a plug-in hybrid it may also suggest frequent short electric-only trips with limited reliance on the petrol engine. Mechanically, this profile tends to preserve major drivetrain components but introduces its own considerations: brake discs and pads can suffer from low-use corrosion on the disc surfaces even when pad material remains thick, the 12V auxiliary battery and the high-voltage traction battery are more susceptible to degradation if the vehicle has spent extended periods parked, and tyre sidewalls can develop minor flat-spotting or age-related cracking if the car has stood for prolonged stretches between uses. Given that the MOT history contains no flagged components, specific pre-purchase checks should logically focus on the areas most likely to be affected by the combination of PHEV architecture and light annual mileage. On a test drive, listen for any faint binding or rubbing from the front or rear brakes during the first few applications, as light use combined with potential moisture exposure can produce surface corrosion on the discs that causes a judder or pulsing through the brake pedal before friction cleans the surface. Pay particular attention to the transition between electric and petrol propulsion, ensuring it is smooth and free from shunt or hesitation, and confirm that the regenerative braking system is functioning consistently rather than intermittently cutting in and out. Inspect the rear under-bonnet area and the high-voltage cable routing visible around the charging port for any signs of rodent damage or perished insulation, which is a known concern on vehicles that are parked for extended periods. The tyres warrant close physical inspection regardless of their coded condition, as low-mileage vehicles often still carry the original fitment and the rubber compound can have hardened and lost elasticity well before the tread approaches the legal minimum. Check all four tyres for uneven shoulder wear, which can indicate alignment drift from kerbing rather than from mileage accumulation, and verify that the tyre production date stamps are not significantly older than the vehicle registration. Underneath, examine the suspension and undertray for any fluid staining around the rear axle, as Kugas of this generation have been noted for occasional weepage from the rear hub assemblies, and push down firmly on each corner to confirm the dampers rebound without a secondary oscillation. Finally, request a full health report from the dealership on both the high-voltage traction battery state of health and the most recent scheduled service, as the MOT record alone cannot confirm whether the hybrid system has been maintained in line with Ford's recommended intervals for this PHEV powertrain.