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AR16 NEL

2023 Ford Kuga

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,999 mi
Last recorded27,999 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR16 NEL
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2023
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 27,999 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2025 35,768 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2024 28,973 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))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 23,362 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2022 17,179 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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AR16 NEL is a 2023 Ford Kuga in Red with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AR16 NEL, 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 3 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 AR16 NEL registered?

AR16 NEL is a 2023 Ford Kuga, first registered on 9 June 2023.

Is AR16 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR16 NEL shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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