2012 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · PT59 BAG

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test on 18 June 2026 at 68,503 miles passed, it introduced new advisories regarding unevenly worn front tyres and a pitted offside front outer brake disc. This follows a failure in June 2025 where multiple mechanical and electrical faults were identified simultaneously, suggesting that defects are often only addressed once they reach the point of an inspection failure. The mileage profile is significantly low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per annum. Data shows a consistent progression of roughly 6,000 miles between June 2024 and June 2025, and another 6,500 miles between June 2025 and June 2026. This low usage often reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine but frequently leads to the accelerated degradation of rubber components and surface rust formation, which is evident in the recurring corrosion-related issues noted in the history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension and braking-related artwork. The offside rear brake pipe has been flagged for corrosion across three consecutive years since 2024, indicating a persistent issue that may not be fully rectified. Furthermore, the rear coil springs were noted as corroded on both sides in 2025, and the nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage showed play. The previously reported split nearside front CV boot from the 2025 failure should be checked to ensure no grease leakage has damaged the joint, while the current edge wear on the front tyres suggests a potential alignment issue that requires attention.