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NL61 YFE

2011 Ford Kuga

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

148,647 mi
Last recorded148,647 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 2011 Ford Kuga75,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL61 YFE
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 148,647 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 148,647 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 128,325 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 110,658 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 110,658 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 104,204 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 95,110 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 95,083 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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 20 Sep 2018 83,667 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 77,318 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 66,393 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

under covers fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2015 56,565 miles

oil leak back of engine

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2014 44,977 miles

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

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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NL61 YFE is a 2011 Ford Kuga in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NL61 YFE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NL61 YFE registered?

NL61 YFE is a 2011 Ford Kuga, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is NL61 YFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL61 YFE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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