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AP16 ELC

2016 Ford Kuga

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,829 mi
Last recorded127,829 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Kuga48,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP16 ELC
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 127,829 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Left hand (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 108,838 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 98,858 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 87,763 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 74,505 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 59,928 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 43,309 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre starting to feather on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre starting to feather on inner edge

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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AP16 ELC is a 2016 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AP16 ELC, 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.

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What year was AP16 ELC registered?

AP16 ELC is a 2016 Ford Kuga, first registered on 28 July 2016.

Is AP16 ELC safe to buy?

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