2013 Ford Kuga Zetec 4X2 Tdci 2.0L Diesel · YIL 900

The vehicle currently holds a positive roadworthiness status following a clean pass in January 2026 at 190,719 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement after a period of instability in late 2024. While the car suffered consecutive failures in October and November of 2024, the owner rectified the identified issues to secure a pass in December and again thereafter. This suggests that the vehicle is capable of responding to mechanical faults when they are flagged. The mileage profile is significantly high for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 14,700 miles per year. The data reveals a notable burst of usage between June 2023 and December 2024, where the car covered nearly 10,000 miles in 18 months. This rapid accumulation suggests consistent long-distance or motorway use, which typically accelerates the wear on drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and exhaust systems. The interval of just five month between the two most recent successful tests indicates the vehicle remains in active daily use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and underbody, as the high mileage and the previous failures in late 2024 may indicate underlying wear in control arms or shock absorbers. Focus on structural corrosion around the chassis and mounting points, which is common on vehicles of this age. Given the high mileage, verifying the condition of the brake discs and the state of the turbocharger is essential to ensure the recent MOT passes have not masked deeper mechanical degradation.