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AK16 EUZ

2016 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,139 mi
Last recorded51,139 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Kuga48,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 EUZ
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 51,139 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2026 51,108 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2025 48,119 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 44,314 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2023 40,584 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 40,583 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured door mirror side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 May 2022 37,024 miles

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

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

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 20 May 2021 31,613 miles

Engine cover, under tray, sill and floor covers fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2020 29,550 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 22,758 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective mounting bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 18,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45 19 99V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45 19 99V (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
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AK16 EUZ is a 2016 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 AK16 EUZ, 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 AK16 EUZ registered?

AK16 EUZ is a 2016 Ford Kuga, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is AK16 EUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK16 EUZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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