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Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI reliable? We analysed 1,022 real MOT tests across 154 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,022 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.7%
Typical Mileage
82,640mi
Annual Mileage
8,903mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI.

Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,170 mi/yr
Typical
8,903 mi/yr
Average
9,428 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,450 mi/yr

Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
82,640 mi
75th Percentile
109,402 mi
95th Percentile
139,430 mi
Max Recorded
769,874 mi

How Does the Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI THIS CAR 91.7% 1,022 82,640 mi — yrs
Ford Fiesta 72.8% 33,753,820 57,529 mi 34 yrs
Ford Focus 73.8% 28,316,889 72,500 mi 27 yrs
Ford Transit 68.7% 16,371,688 100,614 mi 37 yrs
Skoda Karoq Sportline TDI Scr 89.2% 600 37,780 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI?

The Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.7% across 1,022 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI owner drives around 8,903 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI reliable?
Based on 1,022 MOT tests, the Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI has a 91.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI do per year?
The typical Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI does around 8,903 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Kuga Zetec 4X4 TDCI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.