2016 Ford Kuga Titanium Tdci 4X4 Auto 2.0L Diesel · WUI 1558

The latest MOT on 4 April 2026 at 187,836 miles failed, signalling a deterioration in roadworthiness relative to the three preceding passes and suggesting a worsening trend. The earlier tests in February 2025, December 2023 and October 2022 all passed without recorded defects, so the recent failure marks a departure from an otherwise clean record. From its first registration in 2016 to the present the Kuga has accumulated 187,836 miles, averaging roughly 18,800 miles per year – a mileage level that exceeds typical usage for a vehicle of this age. Between the October 2022 test (123,548 mi) and the December 2023 test (140,711 mi) the car added 17,163 miles in just over a year, and another 19,830 miles were logged by February 2025. The pattern shows consistent high‑kilometre running with no long periods of low use, which can accelerate wear on consumables and load‑bearing components. Although the MOT entries list no specific advisories, the recent failure warrants a thorough visual and functional inspection. Examine the suspension bushings and coil springs for signs of fatigue or corrosion, verify that brake discs, pads and calipers operate without binding, and assess tyre tread depth and uniformity given the high mileage. A check for structural rust, especially around wheel arches and under‑body panels, and a review of the exhaust system for emissions compliance are prudent steps before purchase.