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AO16 XSJ

2016 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,413 mi
Last recorded67,413 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Kuga48,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO16 XSJ
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 67,413 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 67,413 miles

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 55,959 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 52,340 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Feb 2024 52,340 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 48,622 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 41,183 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 36,175 miles

Front brake pads low

Pass 4 Feb 2020 31,811 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 26,828 miles

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

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 XSJ is a 2016 Ford Kuga in Black 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 XSJ, 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 XSJ registered?

AO16 XSJ is a 2016 Ford Kuga, first registered on 6 May 2016.

Is AO16 XSJ safe to buy?

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