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KB53 JAB

2018 Ford Kuga

Grey Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,060 mi
Last recorded52,060 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Kuga37,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB53 JAB
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 52,060 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 42,675 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2024 34,696 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 28,626 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 28,611 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Aero style blade. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Aero style blade. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 0mm. 235/50R18 101V xl. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective Not clearing screen. (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 23,813 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 17,342 miles

Front both tyres starting to wear on edges

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

Rear both rear tyres slightly out of shape

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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KB53 JAB is a 2018 Ford Kuga in Grey with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 37,078 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 KB53 JAB, 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 8 years old, this Ford Kuga is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KB53 JAB registered?

KB53 JAB is a 2018 Ford Kuga, first registered on 31 March 2018.

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