2015 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · TL57 CAL

A clean and largely untroubled MOT history defines this 2015 Ford Kuga, with five consecutive passes recorded between 2022 and early September 2026 and only two advisories noted across the entire testing sequence. The most recent examination on 2 September 2026 was a pass, albeit with an advisory for an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear. Prior to that, the 2025 test was completely clean, and the only previous advisory was a 2023 entry for both rear tyres approaching the legal limit with edge wear. There is no recorded history of corrosion, suspension component deterioration, brake binding, exhaust integrity issues, or structural advisory, which together suggest a vehicle that has remained mechanically compliant throughout its testing life. The pattern of advisories is limited entirely to tyre condition rather than any mechanical or structural component, indicating a relatively modest wear profile for an SUV of this age. With 66,465 miles recorded against an approximate eleven-year life, the Kuga has averaged around 6,000 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the typical range for a privately used family vehicle of this generation. There are no significant gaps between test dates that would suggest prolonged off-road standing, and the mileage accumulation appears steady, with no sudden jumps between annual tests that might indicate heavy commercial use or towing abuse. This kind of consistent, moderate usage generally allows the mechanical components to operate within their design parameters, encouraging gradual wear rather than the accelerated degradation often seen on high-mileage vehicles. It also reduces the likelihood of issues such as oil seal hardening, brake caliper seizure, or dry-started bearing wear that can accompany either extreme low-mileage storage or very high annual mileages. For a prospective buyer, the most immediate item to address is the offside front tyre flagged in the latest advisory, which will require replacement before the vehicle is driven away. Given that the 2023 advisory also mentioned edge wear on both rear tyres, it is worth inspecting the current set of tyres across all four corners for uneven tread wear, paying particular attention to the shoulders, which can point to suspension geometry issues such as worn wishbone bushes, top mounts, or tracking misalignment common to the Kuga of this era. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and feel for any vibration through the steering wheel that might indicate warped brake discs or imbalanced wheels. Check that the steering returns to centre cleanly without wandering, as the Kuga can develop play in the front lower arms over time. Beyond the tyre-related advisories, this particular Kuga's MOT record provides no direct indication of brake, exhaust, or corrosion concerns, so a physical inspection should focus on confirming those areas remain healthy. Examine the rear brake discs and pads for surface corrosion and lip formation, especially given the vehicle's age and exposure to UK winters, and verify that the handbrake holds firmly on an incline. Inspect the underside, paying close attention to the rear subframe mounting areas and suspension arm joints for any surface rust or flaking that has not yet been flagged. Inside the cabin, monitor the dashboard for any warning lights relating to the clutch system, DPF, or transmission, as these have been known fault areas on earlier Kuga models. Finally, confirm that all electronic functions operate correctly, particularly the dual-clutch automatic gearbox response and the four-wheel-drive engagement if equipped, as these systems are more vulnerable on higher-mileage examples and warrant particular scrutiny.