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AA08 EJO

2008 Ford Kuga

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

150,646 mi
Last recorded150,646 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Kuga86,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 EJO
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 150,646 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 146,530 miles

Coil spring corroded Both Nearside and Offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2025 146,525 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Coil spring corroded Both Nearside and Offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 141,151 miles

Both rear coil springs corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 137,369 miles

Both rear coil springs corroded

Front screen has various small chips

Front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 132,723 miles

Both rear coil springs slightly corroded

Front wipers starting to smear

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 126,891 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 122,177 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 114,079 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 105,805 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 96,406 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 87,971 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 84,851 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 61,902 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 24,991 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 20,889 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 20,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 14,867 miles

unable to test adult seatbelt n/s/r, childseat fitted.

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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AA08 EJO is a 2008 Ford Kuga in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 86,564 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AA08 EJO, 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 18 years old, this Ford Kuga is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AA08 EJO registered?

AA08 EJO is a 2008 Ford Kuga, first registered on 10 May 2008.

Is AA08 EJO safe to buy?

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