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AB08 BWV

2008 Ford Kuga

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

198,656 mi
Last recorded198,656 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Kuga86,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 BWV
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 198,656 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 198,656 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 195,145 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 191,021 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 185,001 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 176,964 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 176,959 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 171,983 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 171,971 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 164,462 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 156,789 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 156,789 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 142,547 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 132,582 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 132,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 119,569 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 109,579 miles

Both front tyres on 3mm

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2013 98,924 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 92,094 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 92,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Fail 17 Jun 2011 66,997 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 66,997 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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AB08 BWV is a 2008 Ford Kuga in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 AB08 BWV, 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 AB08 BWV registered?

AB08 BWV is a 2008 Ford Kuga, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is AB08 BWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 BWV shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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