2022 Ford Kuga Vignale Phev CVT 2.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · PX72 XNF

A clean pass on the most recent MOT test dated 15 July 2026 confirms this Kuga PHEV is currently meeting statutory roadworthiness requirements, with no advisories or defects recorded at that examination. Across the available DVSA history, only two advisory notices have been raised in total, both relating to tyres wearing close to the legal limit and on their edges, an issue that did not reappear on the subsequent test. This is a relatively sparse advisory history for a four year old vehicle, suggesting no chronic mechanical concerns have surfaced through the official testing regime. With only one recorded pass prior to the latest test, the longer term pattern cannot be fully established, but the absence of recorded failures or persistent advisories in the data available indicates no flagged areas of structural or mechanical deterioration at this stage. The recorded mileage of 39,882 miles over approximately four years equates to an annual accumulation of around 9,970 miles, which sits squarely within typical usage parameters for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps in testing history that would indicate prolonged periods off the road, and the progression between tests appears consistent with steady regular use rather than extended standing or exceptionally high mileage accumulation. For a plug in hybrid of this generation, moderate annual mileage is generally beneficial mechanically, as it allows the petrol engine, regenerative braking system, and high voltage battery to remain in regular operation rather than suffering the degradation associated with low use or long term storage. The current odometer reading does not raise any specific concerns regarding accelerated wear on the powertrain, braking system, or underbody components based on usage alone. Given the advisory notices regarding nearside front and offside rear tyres wearing close to the legal limit and on their edges, particular attention should be paid to the suspension geometry and wheel alignment during inspection. Uneven or inner edge tyre wear on a front axle can indicate worn suspension bushes, top mounts, or a tracking issue following impact with a kerb or pothole, so the test drive should include firm inputs over uneven road surfaces to detect any knocking, clonking, or vibration through the steering column. At the rear, an offside tyre worn on one edge may point towards a weakened coil spring, a worn trailing arm bush, or a slight camber deviation. Listen for any rear suspension rattle or knocking over speed humps and observe whether the vehicle sits level when parked on flat ground. As this is a plug in hybrid variant, it is worth exercising the vehicle through a full cold start and observing the transition between electric and petrol propulsion for any unexpected vibration, hesitation, or warning indicators on the instrument cluster. The braking system should be tested from moderate pace, paying attention to any pedal pulsation suggesting warped discs, as well as pulling to one side that might indicate a binding or seized caliper, a common issue on lightly loaded PHEVs where the friction brakes see less use due to regenerative deceleration. Finally, inspect the charging port and surrounding bodywork for any signs of impact damage, and confirm that the vehicle can drive in electric only mode for a meaningful distance, as any significant reduction in EV range from the manufacturer figure may indicate battery degradation rather than simple usage wear.