2012 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · YP12 TCV

This 2012 Ford Kuga has covered 123,611 miles over roughly 14 years, which is close to the typical average wear pattern. The mileage alone does not suggest extreme use or long periods off the road, so you should expect age-appropriate wear throughout the vehicle. The most recent MOT in November 2025 was a pass, but only after a failed attempt two days earlier. That failed test revealed a serious fault: a fractured offside rear coil spring, which is a critical safety component. The November pass shows the spring issue was resolved, but the speed of repair between the failed and passed tests (two days) suggests a hasty fix rather than thorough diagnosis. Coil springs do not typically fracture without cause; this could indicate the vehicle has experienced a heavy impact, poor road handling, or been driven with a load or towing strain. Both MOT attempts in November recorded the same cluster of other issues: light misting on both rear shock absorbers, slight seepage from the steering rack, both front tyres worn close to legal limits, and front brake problems. The brake defects on the failed test were particularly concerning: imbalanced braking, excessive fluctuation on the offside front brake, and both front outer brake pads wearing thin. These are not minor wear items; they point to uneven braking performance and imminent pad failure on one side. The pattern across the MOT history shows clear deterioration.