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AK17 EXG

2017 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,249 mi
Last recorded17,249 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Kuga42,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK17 EXG
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 17,249 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 10,130 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2024 5,611 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 4,739 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 4,274 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 3,748 miles

brake pipes above under trays

emissions to low to read

engine covers fitted

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 3 Feb 2021 3,748 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

brake pipes above under trays

emissions to low to read

engine covers fitted

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2020 3,275 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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AK17 EXG is a 2017 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 42,630 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 AK17 EXG, 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 9 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 AK17 EXG registered?

AK17 EXG is a 2017 Ford Kuga, first registered on 30 March 2017.

Is AK17 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK17 EXG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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