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BG61 ZJY

2012 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,262 mi
Last recorded123,262 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Kuga70,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 ZJY
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 123,262 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 113,873 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 108,712 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 102,289 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 93,827 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 86,457 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 77,240 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 77,208 miles

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

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

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))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

clutch pedal rubber missing

Fail 30 Apr 2019 77,201 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device component leaking leaking down on to tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 27 Mar 2018 67,586 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside fitted ()

pedal rubber mising

Fail 26 Mar 2018 67,584 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside fitted ()

pedal rubber mising

Pass 27 Mar 2017 59,428 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Mar 2017 59,427 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 46,864 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 30,612 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BG61 ZJY is a 2012 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 70,676 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 BG61 ZJY, 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 14 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 BG61 ZJY registered?

BG61 ZJY is a 2012 Ford Kuga, first registered on 6 January 2012.

Is BG61 ZJY safe to buy?

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