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BG 8020

2012 Ford Kuga

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

116,903 mi
Last recorded116,903 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Kuga70,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG 8020
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 116,903 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 116,860 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 108,152 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2024 108,152 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 100,473 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive REAR SUBFRAME LIGHTLY CORRODED (5.3.6 (a) (i))

UNDERTRAYS FITTED RESTRICTING ACCESS

Fail 28 Nov 2023 100,473 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive REAR SUBFRAME LIGHTLY CORRODED (5.3.6 (a) (i))

UNDERTRAYS FITTED RESTRICTING ACCESS

Pass 5 Dec 2022 91,580 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2022 91,575 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick brake pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2021 84,058 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 75,919 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Nov 2019 68,788 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2019 68,788 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 56,340 miles

sill covers fitted

Fail 24 Nov 2018 56,323 miles

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2017 45,657 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 39,162 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 32,193 miles

Offside Rear 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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BG 8020 is a 2012 Ford Kuga in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 BG 8020, 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 BG 8020 registered?

BG 8020 is a 2012 Ford Kuga, first registered on 11 December 2012.

Is BG 8020 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG 8020 shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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