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AK61 GYZ

2012 Ford Kuga

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

186,694 mi
Last recorded186,694 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Kuga70,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 GYZ
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 186,694 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2026 186,689 miles

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 181,125 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2025 181,108 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 166,353 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 157,991 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 150,102 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 150,082 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 146,874 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 144,675 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 144,675 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 141,032 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 141,032 miles

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))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 135,456 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2017 127,918 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 127,918 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 119,842 miles

Engine undercover fitted obscuring some underside components

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 99,116 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 99,116 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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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AK61 GYZ is a 2012 Ford Kuga in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2012 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 70,676 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 AK61 GYZ, 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 14 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 AK61 GYZ registered?

AK61 GYZ is a 2012 Ford Kuga, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is AK61 GYZ safe to buy?

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