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BV59 OBX

2009 Ford Kuga

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

150,497 mi
Last recorded150,497 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Kuga83,302 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 OBX
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 150,497 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 140,169 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 140,168 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2023 128,531 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2023 128,531 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 118,250 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 118,198 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2021 104,659 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 104,524 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2020 94,864 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 86,131 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 76,731 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 67,502 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 66,632 miles

advise both front tyres worn inner edge

Pass 21 Sep 2015 59,673 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 59,673 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 50,183 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 33,861 miles

washers poorly aimed

Pass 25 Aug 2012 26,891 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

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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BV59 OBX is a 2009 Ford Kuga in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 83,302 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 BV59 OBX, 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 17 years old, this Ford Kuga is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV59 OBX registered?

BV59 OBX is a 2009 Ford Kuga, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is BV59 OBX safe to buy?

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