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EA09 TXZ

2009 Ford Kuga

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

130,928 mi
Last recorded130,928 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Kuga83,302 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA09 TXZ
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 130,928 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 22 May 2024 129,344 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2023 124,725 miles

both front tyres close to limits x2

Fail 13 May 2023 124,720 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

both front tyres close to limits x2

Pass 16 May 2022 118,948 miles
Fail 14 May 2022 118,925 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2021 112,433 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 112,433 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 107,190 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2019 101,259 miles

front tyres perished

rear brake discs worn

Pass 19 May 2018 94,338 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 89,284 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 82,317 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 72,854 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 May 2014 65,847 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 65,847 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2013 55,087 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 37,084 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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EA09 TXZ is a 2009 Ford Kuga in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 EA09 TXZ, 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 EA09 TXZ registered?

EA09 TXZ is a 2009 Ford Kuga, first registered on 21 May 2009.

Is EA09 TXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA09 TXZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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