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AK05 SUE

2013 Ford Kuga

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

59,541 mi
Last recorded59,541 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Ford Kuga64,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 SUE
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 59,541 miles

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

emissions to clean to record

Fail 28 Aug 2025 59,541 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front & rear (0.1 (d))

emissions to clean to record

Pass 15 Aug 2024 57,304 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

emissions to clean to record

Fail 15 Aug 2024 57,304 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

emissions to clean to record

Pass 29 Aug 2023 53,323 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 53,323 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 49,310 miles

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

emissions to low to register

Fail 31 Aug 2022 49,310 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front & rear (0.1 (d))

emissions to low to register

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 44,186 miles

emissions toclean to register

Pass 7 Aug 2020 38,679 miles

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

emissions to low to register

Fail 7 Aug 2020 38,679 miles

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

emissions to low to register

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 34,085 miles

emissions to low toregister

Pass 27 Jul 2018 29,157 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 29,157 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front & rear (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 24,981 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 20,008 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2016 20,008 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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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AK05 SUE is a 2013 Ford Kuga in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2013 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 64,414 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 AK05 SUE, 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 13 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 AK05 SUE registered?

AK05 SUE is a 2013 Ford Kuga, first registered on 18 December 2013.

Is AK05 SUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 SUE shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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