2025 Ford Kuga ST-Line X HEV CVT 2.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · WA02 ANN

This Ford Kuga PHEV has demonstrated consistent roadworthiness across its MOT history, with no defects recorded in any of the three most recent tests. The most recent pass on 2025-05-30, at just 15,859 miles, confirms the vehicle remains compliant with current UK standards for brakes, emissions, and structural integrity. There is no evidence of recurring advisories or major mechanical issues, suggesting the vehicle has been maintained at a basic level without significant neglect. However, the absence of defects does not preclude wear that may not yet be testable—such as suspension alignment drift, brake pad thickness, or minor corrosion—so a thorough inspection remains essential. The mileage pattern indicates unusually low usage for a five-year-old vehicle, with only 3,172 miles logged annually. This suggests prolonged periods of inactivity, which could accelerate certain forms of degradation, particularly in the battery (critical for PHEVs), tyres, and suspension components. The most notable gap is between the 2023-12-04 test at 10,802 miles and the 2024-10-07 test at 15,150 miles—a 4,348-mile interval over nearly ten months. While this does not breach MOT timing, it implies the vehicle was stationary for extended periods, potentially increasing the risk of flat-spotted tyres, degraded brake fluid, or corrosion in wheel arches and underbody areas. Given the lack of recorded defects, the primary focus of an in-person inspection should centre on components prone to prolonged inactivity or high-mileage wear. The hybrid battery health should be assessed for capacity retention, as PHEVs degrade faster when stored without regular use. Tyres should be examined for uneven wear or flat spots, while suspension bushes and coil springs may show signs of stiffness or cracking after low-mileage but high-age exposure. Brake discs and calipers, though not flagged in tests, warrant measurement for thickness and inspection for binding or uneven wear, especially if the vehicle has been driven sporadically. Underbody corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe and exhaust, is another critical area given the vehicle’s age, even if the MOT record shows no prior failures in this category.