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AU58 VZV

2008 Ford Kuga

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,607 mi
Last recorded123,607 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Kuga86,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 VZV
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 123,607 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 121,259 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2021 121,259 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre bracket broken from pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 117,650 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 113,764 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 113,763 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 106,559 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 106,599 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 97,307 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 97,307 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 89,042 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 79,199 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 77,233 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 77,233 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 67,488 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 60,440 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 60,440 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 52,535 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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AU58 VZV is a 2008 Ford Kuga in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 86,564 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 AU58 VZV, 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 18 years old, this Ford Kuga is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU58 VZV registered?

AU58 VZV is a 2008 Ford Kuga, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is AU58 VZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU58 VZV shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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