2017 Ford Kuga 1.5L Petrol · R6 CJE

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state based on the most recent MOT pass on 28 November 2025 at 22,875 miles. The maintenance trend is stable but shows a pattern of neglect regarding consumables. The latest test flagged rear brake discs that are worn, pitted, or scored with light corrosion, indicating a lack of regular use or poor environmental storage. The mileage is exceptionally low for a nine year old vehicle, averaging roughly 2,542 miles per year. The record shows a slow, consistent climb from 15,270 miles in November 2020 to 22,875 miles in November 2025. This low usage often leads to the specific degradation seen in this history, where components fail due to age and atmospheric exposure rather than mechanical wear. A buyer must prioritise an inspection of the tyres and braking system. The tester flagged cracking and perishing on all tyres in November 2022 at 18,733 miles, and this issue persisted into the November 2023 test at 20,443 miles. This suggests the previous owner ignored the advisories for a full year, allowing the rubber to degrade. Similarly, front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in both November 2022 and November 2024, showing a recurring lack of preventative maintenance. The presence of pitted and scored rear discs in the 2025 test confirms the vehicle has likely suffered from periods of standing. A physical inspection should check for seized brake calipers and the overall condition of the rubber bushings and suspension components, as these often perish on low-mileage cars. The buyer should verify if the tyres were finally replaced after the 2023 warnings or if they remain a safety risk.