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HV61 PLN

2011 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,773 mi
Last recorded121,773 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Kuga75,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV61 PLN
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 121,773 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy and play (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 115,228 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2022 115,177 miles

Emissions not tested dsm fault (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 107,369 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2021 107,368 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 99,589 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 93,556 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))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 82,023 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 82,023 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2018 86,879 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 79,632 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 79,632 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 71,628 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 62,138 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 41,490 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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HV61 PLN is a 2011 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 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 HV61 PLN, 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.

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HV61 PLN is a 2011 Ford Kuga, first registered on 4 October 2011.

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