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AO18 HBJ

2018 Ford Kuga

Blue Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,018 mi
Last recorded88,018 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Kuga37,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO18 HBJ
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 88,018 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 68,988 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 52,967 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2024 52,966 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2023 37,246 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 20,766 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 20,765 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 18,372 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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AO18 HBJ is a 2018 Ford Kuga in Blue with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2018 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 37,078 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 AO18 HBJ, 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 8 years old, this Ford Kuga is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO18 HBJ registered?

AO18 HBJ is a 2018 Ford Kuga, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is AO18 HBJ safe to buy?

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