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AN08 GHO

2008 Ford Kuga

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

114,129 mi
Last recorded114,129 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Kuga86,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 GHO
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 114,129 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 114,129 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 98,361 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 97,993 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 85,281 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 85,281 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2021 84,992 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2020 75,608 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 70,636 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Also brake disc,s lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre (looks like a bolt ) ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 31 Mar 2020 70,636 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Also brake disc,s lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre (looks like a bolt ) ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 59,009 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 55,754 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 49,472 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 43,191 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 43,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Sep 2014 38,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 38,317 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 33,417 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 27,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 27,665 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 20,826 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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AN08 GHO is a 2008 Ford Kuga in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 AN08 GHO, 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 AN08 GHO registered?

AN08 GHO is a 2008 Ford Kuga, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is AN08 GHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 GHO shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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