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YS61 PKU

2012 Ford Kuga

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,450 mi
Last recorded94,450 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Kuga70,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS61 PKU
MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 94,450 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 93,598 miles

Nearside Rear fog light lens cracked

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear suspension corroded in places

Pass 28 May 2024 89,299 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside sill and engine covers fitted.

Pass 29 May 2023 83,385 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside engine and sill covers fitted.

Pass 16 Jun 2022 79,736 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 73,925 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 65,845 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 65,845 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 60,323 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 49,485 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 38,172 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 27,683 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 27,683 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 22,670 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 14,217 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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YS61 PKU is a 2012 Ford Kuga in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 YS61 PKU, 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

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What year was YS61 PKU registered?

YS61 PKU is a 2012 Ford Kuga, first registered on 6 February 2012.

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