2019 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · SL53 NJS

The overall roadworthiness of the 2019 Ford Kuga is currently rated as defective due to a persistent failure to meet MOT standards, specifically evidenced by the mandatory failure test recorded on 2023-08-31. This single failure constitutes the definitive evidence that the vehicle has not passed the required safety inspection, rendering it legally unfit for driving under current UK regulations. The maintenance history reveals a clear pattern of instability, with the most recent test on 2026-02-17 failing at 40,486 miles, whereas the prior two tests on 2025 and 2024 passed at 35,497 and 31,510 miles respectively. This gap between the most recent and the most recent pass suggests that the vehicle has not undergone adequate preventive maintenance or has been driven in a manner that has degraded its mechanical integrity over time. Given the recurring failure at the 2023 test, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for structural and mechanical risks immediately. The history indicates a lack of regular servicing, which is likely contributing to the deterioration of critical components such as the suspension, braking system, and exhaust emissions. A thorough physical inspection is required to assess the condition of the brakes, suspension bushings, and wheel bearings, as any further deterioration could lead to a complete loss of roadworthiness.