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AK59 XWJ

2009 Ford Kuga

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

71,251 mi
Last recorded71,251 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Ford Kuga83,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 XWJ
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 71,251 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 66,070 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 64,645 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2022 64,645 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 58,402 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides, (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

anti slip device missing from clutch pedal,

Fail 9 Mar 2021 58,402 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides, (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

anti slip device missing from clutch pedal,

Pass 3 Mar 2020 53,947 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 53,947 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides, (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 49,924 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 49,924 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Sound deadening material insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 48,099 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 48,099 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 41,581 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 35,838 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 35,000 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 25,974 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 16,276 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 14,528 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AK59 XWJ is a 2009 Ford Kuga in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2009 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 83,302 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 AK59 XWJ, 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 17 years old, this Ford Kuga is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK59 XWJ registered?

AK59 XWJ is a 2009 Ford Kuga, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is AK59 XWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 XWJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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