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BD16 YLJ

2016 Ford Kuga

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

234,818 mi
Last recorded234,818 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Kuga48,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD16 YLJ
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 234,818 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 16 Jun 2026 234,336 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Jun 2025 214,370 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 20 Jun 2025 214,370 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working washer bottle empty (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 195,974 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Jun 2023 180,034 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 169,869 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 143,538 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 92,283 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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BD16 YLJ 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 BD16 YLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD16 YLJ registered?

BD16 YLJ is a 2016 Ford Kuga, first registered on 15 June 2016.

Is BD16 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD16 YLJ 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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