2018 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · SL18 XMS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in March 2026 at 79,768 miles showed a pass despite defects regarding a worn offside front tyre and thinning front brake pads. This indicates that while the car is legally permitted on the road, the owner is only addressing consumable components once they reach the failure threshold rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. Between March 2023 at 55,029 miles and March 2025 at 68,128 miles, the car covered 13,099 miles, showing steady usage. The subsequent interval of 11,640 miles between March 2025 and March 2026 maintains this regularity. This suggests the vehicle is used for regular commuting, which places predictable wear on the suspension components and braking system. A buyer should closely inspect the braking system and tyres, as the record shows thinning pads on both the front and rear axles across 2024 and 2026. The failure in 2025 due to a structural lump in the nearside front tyre is a red flag for potential neglect regarding tyre pressure or impact damage. Given the recurring mention of edge wear in both 2025 and 2026, a professional wheel alignment check is necessary to rule out suspension issues that are causing the uneven degradation noted on the offside front tyre.