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AO16 HWS

2016 Ford Kuga

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,481 mi
Last recorded109,481 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Kuga48,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO16 HWS
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 109,481 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 99,101 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 99,095 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

o/s front inner plastic wheel liner loose

Pass 20 May 2024 87,348 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 75,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 64,670 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 55,388 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 50,483 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 40,451 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2019 40,451 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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 HWS is a 2016 Ford Kuga in Silver with a 1,997cc 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 HWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO16 HWS registered?

AO16 HWS is a 2016 Ford Kuga, first registered on 19 May 2016.

Is AO16 HWS safe to buy?

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