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AO68 YCJ

2018 Ford Kuga

Red Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,199 mi
Last recorded52,199 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Ford Kuga37,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO68 YCJ
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 52,199 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 47,020 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in zone A. Not adversely affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2024 47,020 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in zone A. Not adversely affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 39,232 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 25,805 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 19,278 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 19,278 miles

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

Offside 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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AO68 YCJ is a 2018 Ford Kuga in Red with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AO68 YCJ, 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.

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What year was AO68 YCJ registered?

AO68 YCJ is a 2018 Ford Kuga, first registered on 11 December 2018.

Is AO68 YCJ safe to buy?

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