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C5 DYB

2012 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,400 mi
Last recorded143,400 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 Ford Kuga70,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 DYB
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 143,400 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2023 143,400 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both sides rear link bars (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust system insecure centre hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 May 2022 133,884 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 121,294 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 121,294 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner tyre wear

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Jun 2020 105,721 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2020 105,721 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 91,539 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 91,539 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 76,760 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 62,518 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 61,560 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 50,846 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 50,846 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 40,335 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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C5 DYB 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 66.7%.

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 C5 DYB, 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 C5 DYB registered?

C5 DYB is a 2012 Ford Kuga, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is C5 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 DYB shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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