2018 Ford Kuga 1.5L Petrol · YM67 GXT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding the braking system components. The most recent test on January 6 2026 at 39,522 miles identified rear brake discs as worn, pitted, or scored. While the vehicle passed, this represents a progression from the thin pads noted in previous years, indicating that the braking hardware is now reaching the end of its functional life and requires immediate attention. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,940 miles per year. The intervals between tests show consistent low usage patterns, such as the jump from 18,739 miles in December 2021 to 23,753 miles in 2022. This low mileage suggests the car has been used for short trips, but low mileage can often lead to surface corrosion on metal components like brake discs and the sticking of caliper pistons, which aligns with the pitting issues found in the latest MOT inspection. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the rear braking assembly, as the record shows recurring issues across four consecutive tests. The offside rear pads in 2023 and 2024 were flagged as thin, followed by the scored discs in 2026. You must also verify the exhaust system to ensure the minor leak and perforated box identified in 2022 were properly rectified rather than merely patched. Given the history of uneven tyre wear in 2021 and 2022, checking the wheel alignment and suspension bushings for excessive play is advisable despite the low overall mileage.