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AX16 NHJ

2016 Ford Kuga

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,872 mi
Last recorded66,872 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Kuga48,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX16 NHJ
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 66,872 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 61,398 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 54,698 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear isofix child seat fitted

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box holed / leak (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked, out of shape inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 48,194 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt isofix

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box holed / leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked, starting to drop / wear / lose shape on edge treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 48,194 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt isofix

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box holed / leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked, starting to drop / wear / lose shape on edge treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 42,613 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked , dropping/losing shape inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear isofix child seats fitted n/s & o/s

Pass 24 Aug 2021 36,613 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 31,086 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

engine cover and under tray fitted as standard obscuring some components

Pass 25 Jul 2019 24,827 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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 NHJ is a 2016 Ford Kuga in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 AX16 NHJ, 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 NHJ registered?

AX16 NHJ is a 2016 Ford Kuga, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is AX16 NHJ safe to buy?

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