2016 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · RJ16 FMV

The vehicle currently holds a passed MOT status as of the November 2025 test at 81,810 miles, but the maintenance trend shows signs of worsening. While the vehicle passed without defects in both 2023 and 2024, the most recent inspection flagged a significant increase in advisory items. The tester identified multiple issues including worn tyres, sidewall damage on the nearside front, a distorted nearside rear road wheel, and an insecure exhaust heat shield. The brake system also showed signs of age with both front and rear discs being pitted or scored and pads reaching the halfway point of their service life. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a ten-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 8,181 miles per year, moving from 34,544 miles in May 2019 to 81,810 miles in November 2025. This steady progression suggests regular road use rather than long periods of stagnation. The absence of major mileage gaps between the annual tests indicates a predictable driving schedule, which generally supports more consistent mechanical wear on consumables. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and wheel assemblies. The recurring mention of a distorted nearside rear road wheel, first noted in November 2022 and appearing again in November 2025, suggests a potential impact history or a persistent issue with that specific wheel. The pitting and scoring on the brake discs noted in the latest test indicate that a full disc and pad replacement will likely be required soon. The recent advisories regarding tyre wear and sidewall damage suggest that basic consumable upkeep has been neglected in the current period. You should check the remaining tread depth across all four tyres and inspect the sidewalls for any further structural compromises. The insecure heat shield above the rear exhaust is a minor mechanical fix, but the combination of tyre, brake, and wheel issues in the most recent record indicates the vehicle is entering a phase where more frequent maintenance on wear-and-tear components will be necessary.