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WU61 LUH

2011 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

116,368 mi
Last recorded116,368 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Kuga75,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU61 LUH
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 116,368 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2026 116,364 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread bulged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner tread bulged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2025 104,707 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear tyres tread wearing uneven inner edges

Fail 21 Aug 2025 104,707 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear tyres tread wearing uneven inner edges

Pass 27 Aug 2024 92,154 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Centre pipe, rear hanger broken but exhaust secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Tread wearing uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Tread wearing uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2024 92,153 miles

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

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

Exhaust mounting defective Centre pipe, rear hanger broken but exhaust secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Tread wearing uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Tread wearing uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 84,769 miles

brake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection

engine oil deterioration/service due

some corrosion to exhaust system

some corrosion to underside of vehicle suspension components

Fail 17 Aug 2023 84,769 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside and offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

brake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection

engine oil deterioration/service due

some corrosion to exhaust system

some corrosion to underside of vehicle suspension components

Pass 18 Aug 2022 75,168 miles

brake pipes coated/greased in places restricting inspection

some corrosion to exhaust system

some corrosion to suspension components consistent with age

Pass 2 Aug 2021 66,611 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 59,866 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2019 51,761 miles

Front nearside and offside tyres wearing thin

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2018 42,903 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 33,632 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 25,792 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 25,709 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 23,063 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 18,544 miles

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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WU61 LUH is a 2011 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 WU61 LUH, 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 WU61 LUH registered?

WU61 LUH is a 2011 Ford Kuga, first registered on 27 September 2011.

Is WU61 LUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU61 LUH shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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