2018 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · DH18 HHE
2018 Ford Kuga (2.0L, diesel). First registered 18 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 71,098 miles. MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD KUGA
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,098 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DH18 HHE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/04/2026
- 71,098 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DH18 HHE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Ford Kuga (DH18 HHE) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 April 2026 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 (9 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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.
DH18 HHE Mileage History
- 19/04/202351,911 mi
- 18/04/202458,839 mi+6,928 mi
- 16/04/202566,632 mi+7,793 mi
- 16/04/202566,632 mi
- 13/04/202671,098 mi+4,466 mi
Average of roughly 6,430 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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