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AY63 VHP

2013 Ford Kuga

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

78,650 mi
Last recorded78,650 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Ford Kuga64,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY63 VHP
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 78,650 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2026 78,599 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2025 72,250 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

rear subframe corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2025 72,250 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

rear subframe corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2024 60,993 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 54,992 miles

Condition of central exhaust is poor (Corroded)

Heat Shields Loose

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 50,948 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 46,334 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 31 Jul 2020 42,050 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 36,185 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 36,185 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 29,116 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet components.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 4 Aug 2017 20,818 miles

Engine cover and under shields fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2016 14,800 miles

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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AY63 VHP is a 2013 Ford Kuga in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AY63 VHP, 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.

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What year was AY63 VHP registered?

AY63 VHP is a 2013 Ford Kuga, first registered on 3 October 2013.

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