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ML61 PDK

2011 Ford Kuga

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

135,203 mi
Last recorded135,203 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Kuga75,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML61 PDK
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 135,203 miles

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component REQUIRES ATTENTION (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Aug 2025 129,260 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 129,260 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm 235/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 120,457 miles

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

rear seats not in use unable to test seat belts

Fail 30 Jul 2024 120,457 miles

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

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

rear seats not in use unable to test seat belts

Pass 3 Aug 2023 109,235 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip to front screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 109,235 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible Broken & taped (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip to front screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 101,915 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 1 Aug 2022 101,915 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 94,180 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 83,358 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 5 Aug 2020 83,358 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Jul 2019 74,723 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2019 74,273 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 21 Jul 2018 63,692 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 51,417 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 41,449 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 36,160 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 29,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Oct 2014 29,136 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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ML61 PDK is a 2011 Ford Kuga in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 ML61 PDK, 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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ML61 PDK is a 2011 Ford Kuga, first registered on 28 October 2011.

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