The road tax status for AW52 AVA is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for AW52 AVA?

The MOT for AW52 AVA is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 August 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of AW52 AVA?

The recorded mileage for AW52 AVA is 154,535 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is AW52 AVA ULEZ compliant?

No, AW52 AVA does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does AW52 AVA have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, AW52 AVA is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2008 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · AW52 AVA

AW52 AVA

2008 Ford Kuga (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29/12/2008. Recorded mileage 154,535 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: FORD KUGA
Year / Origin: 2008 · Ipswich
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 05/08/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 154,535 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status

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Valid until 05/08/2026

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Mileage: 154,535 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1997cc

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AW52 AVA Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2025
154,535 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

✗ 3 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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AW52 AVA Mileage History

12/04/2022121,542 mi
03/04/2023130,446 mi+8,904 mi
28/06/2024140,347 mi+9,901 mi
30/07/2025154,445 mi+14,098 mi
07/08/2025154,535 mi+90 mi

Average of roughly 9,935 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AW52 AVA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Sept 2026, 15:07

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Kuga (AW52 AVA) between April 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 07 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.

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