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AK58 VKZ

2008 Ford Kuga

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,307 mi
Last recorded147,307 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Kuga86,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 VKZ
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2022 147,307 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2022 147,149 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 138,588 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 128,035 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 119,005 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 109,407 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 100,031 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 89,860 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 78,890 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 69,124 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 65,267 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Oct 2013 65,267 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 52,661 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 39,554 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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AK58 VKZ is a 2008 Ford Kuga in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AK58 VKZ, 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 AK58 VKZ registered?

AK58 VKZ is a 2008 Ford Kuga, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is AK58 VKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 VKZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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