2016 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · SN65 GPW

The 2016 Ford Kuga demonstrates a stable and highly favorable maintenance trend, reaching its current roadworthiness status with a completely clean pass recorded on 23 May 2025 at 74,129 miles. No defects were flagged during this most recent test, indicating the vehicle currently meets all required safety and emissions standards without any immediate mechanical or structural concerns. The absence of recurring faults or advisories across the recent assessments suggests a consistent pattern of adequate upkeep by the previous keeper. The mileage accumulation aligns well with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 7,413 miles per year, which falls within typical usage parameters. Between May 2022 and May 2023, the Kuga covered 5,825 miles, followed by 7,829 miles over the subsequent twelve months, and 8,821 miles leading up to the May 2024 test. A significant anomaly appears in the most recent data, as the recorded mileage has remained static at 74,129 miles since the 23 May 2025 test. Given today's date in July 2026, the vehicle has evidently covered zero miles for over a year, suggesting prolonged standing rather than active use. Despite the clean MOT record, the extended period of inactivity demands a focused physical inspection. Buyers should closely examine the tyres for flat-spotting or perished sidewalls, and check the brake discs for surface corrosion that routinely develops when a vehicle stands dormant. Fluids, particularly brake fluid and engine oil, may have absorbed moisture during this stationary phase, warranting a change before regular driving resumes. The 2022 test record also shows a failure on 27 May at 51,654 miles with no defects listed, followed by a pass on the same day at the same mileage. While this likely represents an aborted initial test or a system anomaly, verifying the structural integrity of the suspension mounting points and chassis during a pre-purchase inspection remains prudent to rule out any underlying issues that might have prompted the initial failure.