Official DVLA Record

2009 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · CA59 MME

CA59 MME

2009 Ford Kuga (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/12/2009. Recorded mileage 125,296 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
FORD KUGA
Year / Origin
2009 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30/12/2023
Road Tax
Untaxed (30/11/2023)
Recorded Mileage
125,296 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 30/12/2023
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 30/11/2023
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2009
Engine
1997cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This vehicle has not had a recorded MOT since December 2022, meaning it has been off the road or untested for over three years. This is a significant red flag for any buyer. The mileage is typical for a 17-year-old car, suggesting consistent use rather than extreme wear or long-term neglect. However, the MOT history shows a worsening trend in maintenance. While the 2020 test was clean, subsequent years saw an increase in failures related to suspension bushes, binding brakes, and corroded exhaust mountings. The most recent entries highlight a pattern of neglect regarding basic consumables. The car failed on multiple bulbs and worn tyres, and it passed with brake pads already 75% worn. The presence of "all corroded" exhaust mountings suggests the chassis and underside may be suffering from age-related decay. Given the long gap in testing, the vehicle's current roadworthiness is unknown. A buyer must first check for structural rust on the chassis and suspension mounting points.

CA59 MME Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2022
  • 125,296 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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CA59 MME Mileage History

  1. 04/12/2021114,762 mi
  2. 16/12/2021115,137 mi+375 mi
  3. 02/12/2022125,296 mi+10,159 mi
  4. 02/12/2022125,296 mi

Average of roughly 10,601 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

CA59 MME MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 19:48
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Ford Kuga (CA59 MME) between December 2021 and December 2022.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 02 December 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.

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