CarVerify

Free Car Check

WL61 BDV

2011 Ford Kuga

Red Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

119,755 mi
Last recorded119,755 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Kuga75,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL61 BDV
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 119,755 miles

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

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

Fail 21 May 2026 119,744 miles

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

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 111,983 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 111,962 miles

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

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 104,191 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 104,190 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 97,274 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 91,159 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2019 91,159 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 74,732 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres have worn unevenly on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Dec 2018 74,732 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres have worn unevenly on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 56,250 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 56,250 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 49,372 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 44,919 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 31,878 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 31,878 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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
Full Ford Kuga reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WL61 BDV is a 2011 Ford Kuga in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 WL61 BDV, 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

How do I check the history of WL61 BDV?

You can check the full history of WL61 BDV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WL61 BDV registered?

WL61 BDV is a 2011 Ford Kuga, first registered on 28 October 2011.

Is WL61 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL61 BDV shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WL61 BDV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WL61 BDV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.