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AO16 DYC

2016 Ford Kuga

White Diesel 1996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,805 mi
Last recorded129,805 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Kuga48,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO16 DYC
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 129,805 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 121,611 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 111,829 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2023 98,260 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 31 Mar 2023 98,253 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235 55 r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Apr 2022 83,357 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 83,356 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre also slightly cracked/perished. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid Brake caliper bleed nipple leaking. (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 62,875 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 51,262 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 33,883 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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AO16 DYC is a 2016 Ford Kuga in White with a 1,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 48,036 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 AO16 DYC, 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 10 years old, this Ford Kuga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO16 DYC registered?

AO16 DYC is a 2016 Ford Kuga, first registered on 25 March 2016.

Is AO16 DYC safe to buy?

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