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KJ18 ELU

2018 Ford Kuga

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,379 mi
Last recorded54,379 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Kuga37,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ18 ELU
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 54,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025 44,591 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 33,922 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 33,922 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2023 23,133 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer shoulder of tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 12,453 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 9,514 miles

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

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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KJ18 ELU is a 2018 Ford Kuga in White with a 1,498cc petrol 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 KJ18 ELU, 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 KJ18 ELU registered?

KJ18 ELU is a 2018 Ford Kuga, first registered on 30 June 2018.

Is KJ18 ELU safe to buy?

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