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AX16 MZT

2016 Ford Kuga

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,338 mi
Last recorded79,338 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Kuga48,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX16 MZT
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 79,338 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 79,335 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 72,185 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 72,183 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge unevenly worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 64,769 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn unevenly across tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn unevenly across tread (just legal) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 56,556 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 51,089 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 46,615 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 31,201 miles

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

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

offside front tyre tread on 3mm

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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AX16 MZT is a 2016 Ford Kuga in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 48,036 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 AX16 MZT, 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 10 years old, this Ford Kuga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AX16 MZT registered?

AX16 MZT is a 2016 Ford Kuga, first registered on 15 July 2016.

Is AX16 MZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX16 MZT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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