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LF17 DBU

2017 Ford Kuga

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

92,597 mi
Last recorded92,597 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Kuga42,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF17 DBU
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 92,597 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2026 92,595 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 81,832 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2025 81,832 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid All (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 72,320 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Also perished and cracked in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2023 63,448 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 63,448 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 53,767 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 42,551 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 34,565 miles

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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LF17 DBU is a 2017 Ford Kuga in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 42,630 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 LF17 DBU, 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 9 years old, this Ford Kuga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF17 DBU registered?

LF17 DBU is a 2017 Ford Kuga, first registered on 17 March 2017.

Is LF17 DBU safe to buy?

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