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AK61 YBM

2012 Ford Kuga

Black Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,834 mi
Last recorded50,834 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Kuga70,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 YBM
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 50,834 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2025 50,422 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 50,394 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 50,261 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 48,832 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 46,827 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Sep 2022 46,794 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 43,619 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 43,619 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 40,658 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 38,591 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 37,024 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 35,818 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 35,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure Emergency spare wheel fitted (4.1.A.2c)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 19,646 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 14,503 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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AK61 YBM is a 2012 Ford Kuga in Black with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YBM, 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 YBM registered?

AK61 YBM is a 2012 Ford Kuga, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is AK61 YBM safe to buy?

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