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AO18 MVU

2018 Ford Kuga

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,432 mi
Last recorded70,432 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Kuga37,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO18 MVU
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 70,432 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 65,843 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 65,842 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 58,728 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 48,101 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2022 34,506 miles

Manufactures under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 19 May 2021 21,939 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 21,939 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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 MVU is a 2018 Ford Kuga in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MVU, 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 MVU registered?

AO18 MVU is a 2018 Ford Kuga, first registered on 22 May 2018.

Is AO18 MVU safe to buy?

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