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SN11 GPU

2011 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2011 Ford Kuga75,414 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN11 GPU
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025

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

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

Offside Rear directional tyre fitted in wrong direction

Fail 24 Nov 2025

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions unable to be completed rear silencer detached from pipe (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear directional tyre fitted in wrong direction

Pass 14 Jun 2024

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

diesel particulate filter has been repaired but there is no sign of tampering

Pass 2 Sep 2021 89,547 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 89,547 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 81,436 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2020 81,436 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2019 61,849 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

exhaust system is corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2018 50,757 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2018 50,754 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 46,166 miles

Rear exhaust heat shield is loose

exhaust system is corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2016 40,350 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre is perished

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and under trays fitted at time of test

exhaust system is corroded

Fail 28 Jul 2016 40,350 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre is perished

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine covers and under trays fitted at time of test

exhaust system is corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2015 33,790 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted time of test

front wipers poor

Pass 4 Aug 2014 28,068 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SN11 GPU is a 2011 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SN11 GPU, 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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SN11 GPU is a 2011 Ford Kuga, first registered on 8 August 2011.

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