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EX61 KXK

2011 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

155,809 mi
Last recorded155,809 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Kuga75,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX61 KXK
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 155,809 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on both edges and inner side wall damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre Inner edge ()

Fail 23 Jan 2026 155,805 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on both edges and inner side wall damaged (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 Nail in tyre Inner edge ()

Pass 11 Nov 2024 140,525 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strong advise, worn heavily on inner shoulder. (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Nov 2023 122,066 miles

Central exhaust heat shield loose

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

Fail 27 Nov 2023 122,066 miles

Central exhaust heat shield loose

Front Position lamp not working offside and nearside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 104,888 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 104,888 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 89,425 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 71,602 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 56,885 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2019 56,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 42,586 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2017 28,574 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 28,365 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 27,010 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 24,703 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 24,703 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 21,909 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 21,908 miles

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

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

offside front tyre (outer sidewall) slightly damaged

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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EX61 KXK is a 2011 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2011 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 75,414 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 EX61 KXK, 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 15 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 EX61 KXK registered?

EX61 KXK is a 2011 Ford Kuga, first registered on 14 October 2011.

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The MOT history for EX61 KXK shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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