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A21 VEF

2018 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,460 mi
Last recorded79,460 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Kuga37,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 VEF
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 79,460 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 63,498 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 46,875 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread worn thin and stepped (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 44,242 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Oct 2022 31,759 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 3 Oct 2022 31,759 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Oct 2021 21,953 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Kuga?

Based on 2,487,727 MOT tests across 269,939 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
7,164
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
269,939
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,708
coil spring broken 9,835
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A21 VEF is a 2018 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 37,078 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Kuga fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 VEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Kuga typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 8 years old, this Ford Kuga is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A21 VEF?

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What year was A21 VEF registered?

A21 VEF is a 2018 Ford Kuga, first registered on 9 September 2018.

Is A21 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 VEF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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