2021 Ford Kuga ST-Line Phev CVT 2.5L Hybrid electric · YT71 XSC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on July 16, 2025 at 41,517 miles. However, the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding the braking system. While the August 2024 test at 31,550 miles noted that all four brake discs were pitted or scored, the subsequent test a year later resulted in a failure because both front and rear discs had become seriously weakened. This indicates that the previous owner failed to address the initial advisories, allowing the components to reach a point of critical safety failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per year. A gap of 9,967 miles was recorded between the August 2024 and July 2025 tests, which suggests steady usage rather than long periods of inactivity. This mileage generally implies lower wear on the drivetrain and suspension, but the rapid degradation of the brake discs suggests the vehicle may have been driven in short trips or stored in environments that accelerate surface corrosion and pitting on the metal surfaces. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking assembly to ensure the parts replaced after the July 2025 failure were of sufficient quality. Check for any remaining rust on the new rotors or uneven pad wear which could indicate sticking calipers. Given that the previous owner ignored the initial advisories for pitted discs, it is also necessary to inspect the suspension components and tyres for signs of neglect, as the pattern of reactive maintenance often extends to other mechanical consumables like suspension bushes and shock absorbers.