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BT12 SHX

2012 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,397 mi
Last recorded105,397 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Kuga70,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 SHX
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 105,397 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 96,082 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 86,859 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 77,437 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

oil around rear under tray and subframe

under tray has 2 fixings missing

Pass 5 Feb 2022 69,787 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine - oil on undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 60,638 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 54,252 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing slight roughness when roatated

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 44,090 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Mar 2018 324,241 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 12 Mar 2018 34,241 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 26 Apr 2017 28,632 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 24,001 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 23,988 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 18,051 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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BT12 SHX is a 2012 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BT12 SHX, 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.

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What year was BT12 SHX registered?

BT12 SHX is a 2012 Ford Kuga, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is BT12 SHX safe to buy?

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