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AV13 FDU

2013 Ford Kuga

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

130,826 mi
Last recorded130,826 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Ford Kuga64,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV13 FDU
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 130,826 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

front under bonnet components obscuring testable items

rear axelcorroded

Pass 13 Jan 2025 120,886 miles

Front under bonnet components obscuring testable items

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 16 Jan 2024 113,165 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear axle corroded

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

undertray and covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some component's

Pass 10 Jan 2023 105,592 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

engine bay components obscuring testable items.

Fail 10 Jan 2023 105,592 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

engine bay components obscuring testable items.

Pass 13 Jan 2022 98,338 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

engine bay components obscuring testable items.

under body components obscuring testable items.

Pass 11 Jan 2021 93,928 miles

engine bay components obscuring testable items.

Fail 11 Jan 2021 93,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine bay components obscuring testable items.

Pass 15 Jan 2020 90,939 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2020 90,939 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2019 86,065 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 86,063 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2018 70,475 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 53,312 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2016 39,141 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% worn (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 May 2016 39,083 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 0mm on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% worn (3.5.1g)

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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AV13 FDU is a 2013 Ford Kuga in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2013 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 64,414 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 AV13 FDU, 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 13 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 AV13 FDU registered?

AV13 FDU is a 2013 Ford Kuga, first registered on 29 May 2013.

Is AV13 FDU safe to buy?

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