CarVerify

Free Car Check

A5 MGM

2018 Ford Kuga

Blue Petrol 1498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,820 mi
Last recorded47,820 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Kuga37,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 MGM
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 47,820 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 44,603 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 42,255 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 38,787 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 38,787 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 28,677 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air fresheners removed from rear view mirror ()

Pass 23 Sep 2021 22,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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
Full Ford Kuga reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

A5 MGM is a 2018 Ford Kuga in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol 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 A5 MGM, 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 A5 MGM?

You can check the full history of A5 MGM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A5 MGM registered?

A5 MGM is a 2018 Ford Kuga, first registered on 19 October 2018.

Is A5 MGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 MGM 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.

Does A5 MGM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on A5 MGM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.