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AV12 VYG

2012 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

162,146 mi
Last recorded162,146 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Kuga70,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 VYG
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 162,146 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 137,459 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 112,143 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 88,649 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 85,268 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 82,022 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 77,934 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 77,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2018 70,915 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2017 66,996 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 62,587 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 46,829 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 14 Jul 2015 46,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

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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AV12 VYG 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 AV12 VYG, 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 AV12 VYG registered?

AV12 VYG is a 2012 Ford Kuga, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is AV12 VYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 VYG 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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