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SH02 ALG

2014 Ford Kuga

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

103,564 mi
Last recorded103,564 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2014 Ford Kuga58,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH02 ALG
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 103,564 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Some corrosion on underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 100,018 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2025 99,977 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 97,117 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs have some scoring (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 97,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs have some scoring (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 94,809 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 91,770 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 91,769 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 89,083 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 89,080 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 86,510 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle has engine cover and undertrays fitted , covering testable items.

Pass 22 Aug 2019 79,288 miles

Child seats fitted to both rear outer seats.

Pass 16 Aug 2018 64,691 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Aug 2017 49,003 miles

front brake pads wearing thin.

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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SH02 ALG is a 2014 Ford Kuga in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2014 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 58,792 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 SH02 ALG, 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 12 years old, this Ford Kuga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SH02 ALG registered?

SH02 ALG is a 2014 Ford Kuga, first registered on 27 August 2014.

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