2012 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · SP62 OCL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent MOT in June 2024 at 133,160 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of mechanical instability between 2022 and 2023. While the vehicle suffered from significant steering and braking issues previously, the clean sheet from the latest test indicates that those specific faults were addressed and the vehicle is currently compliant. At 133,160 miles, this 14-year-old Kuga averages approximately 9,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a family SUV of this age. The record shows consistent annual testing, with a 10,760-mile interval between June 2023 and June 2024. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has been used regularly rather than left stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for the health of engine seals and braking components despite the higher wear on rubber parts. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the steering and front suspension assembly. The June 2023 failure highlighted excessive play in both steering rack inner joints and the nearside track rod end ball joint. Although these passed the subsequent test, these are wear items that should be checked for any return of play or looseness in the steering feedback. Additionally, the history of excessive engine oil leaks in both 2022 and 2023 necessitates a close look at the engine bay for active seepage or heavy carbon buildup to ensure the previous leaks were fully rectified rather than merely masked.