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AU62 OAB

2012 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

68,870 mi
Last recorded68,870 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Kuga70,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU62 OAB
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 68,870 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 66,669 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2024 64,419 miles

Clean emissions

Corrosion on exhaust

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 3 May 2023 63,067 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer sidewall (235/45x19) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

surface corrosion underneath on some components

Fail 3 May 2023 63,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer sidewall (235/45x19) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

surface corrosion underneath on some components

Pass 3 May 2022 59,415 miles

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

clean emissions

Pass 4 May 2021 55,333 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 53,448 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 49,422 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 42,365 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on edges

Fail 15 Aug 2018 42,365 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

both front tyres starting to wear on edges

Pass 23 Aug 2017 34,737 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 17,771 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AU62 OAB is a 2012 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 70,676 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 AU62 OAB, 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 14 years old, this Ford Kuga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU62 OAB registered?

AU62 OAB is a 2012 Ford Kuga, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is AU62 OAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU62 OAB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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