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YB12 SXU

2012 Ford Kuga

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,799 mi
Last recorded118,799 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Kuga70,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 SXU
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 118,799 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2025 118,117 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 108,396 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 94,459 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 84,169 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 59,101 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 49,464 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 40,210 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 29,761 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 29,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 24,656 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Aug 2015 24,656 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YB12 SXU is a 2012 Ford Kuga in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Ford Kuga models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 70,676 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 YB12 SXU, 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 14 years old, this Ford Kuga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YB12 SXU?

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What year was YB12 SXU registered?

YB12 SXU is a 2012 Ford Kuga, first registered on 17 August 2012.

Is YB12 SXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 SXU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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