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AO63 FDJ

2013 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

121,449 mi
Last recorded121,449 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Ford Kuga64,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO63 FDJ
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 121,449 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH WORN INNER EDGE AND NEARING TREAD WEAR INDICATORS (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES LOW (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

inner track rods on steering rack slight wear detected

Fail 12 May 2026 121,432 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened above coil spring/mounting point (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened above coil spring/mounting point (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH WORN INNER EDGE AND NEARING TREAD WEAR INDICATORS (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES LOW (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

inner track rods on steering rack slight wear detected

Pass 7 May 2025 114,969 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 110,089 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Pin hole split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Dog bone arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Dog bone arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 18 May 2024 110,089 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Pin hole split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Dog bone arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Dog bone arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 1 Jun 2023 103,566 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2023 103,566 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 96,958 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 90,121 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2020 83,897 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 77,230 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 70,435 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 70,435 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 54,368 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 43,780 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

damage to o/s/r and n/s/f doors

engine covers fitted

under vehicle covers fitted

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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AO63 FDJ is a 2013 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 64,414 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 AO63 FDJ, 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 13 years old, this Ford Kuga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO63 FDJ registered?

AO63 FDJ is a 2013 Ford Kuga, first registered on 16 October 2013.

Is AO63 FDJ safe to buy?

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