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AE16 ZCL

2016 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

151,485 mi
Last recorded151,485 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Kuga48,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 ZCL
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 151,485 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 143,937 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 143,937 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 137,084 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 126,248 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened os/r ns/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 100,231 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 76,261 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 64,178 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 41,362 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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AE16 ZCL is a 2016 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 48,036 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 AE16 ZCL, 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 10 years old, this Ford Kuga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE16 ZCL registered?

AE16 ZCL is a 2016 Ford Kuga, first registered on 3 March 2016.

Is AE16 ZCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE16 ZCL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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