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2018 Ford Kuga 1.5L Diesel · DS18 AEK

DS18 AEK

2018 Ford Kuga (1.5L, diesel). First registered 29/06/2018. Recorded mileage 67,857 miles. MOT valid until 19/11/2026.

Make & Model
FORD KUGA
Year / Origin
2018 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19/11/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
67,857 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19/11/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1499cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean recent history. The most recent inspection on 06 November 2025 at 67,857 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety and emissions standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2024 and 2022, suggesting that the owner has maintained the mechanical integrity of the vehicle effectively. The mileage pattern remains consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. Between October 2022 and November 2024, the car covered 7,585 miles, showing a steady rate of use. The interval of 4,721 miles recorded between November 2024 and November 2025 reflects a slight dip in annual usage. This low mileage generally reduces the likelihood of premature wear on drivetrain components and suspension-related hardware typically associated with high-mileage motorway commuting. The single point of concern is the failure recorded on 20 November 2023 at 59,157 miles, though the vehicle passed the re-test on the same day. Since the subsequent tests, no advisories or defects have appeared, which is rare for a vehicle of this age. A buyer should still perform a physical inspection of the rubber bushings in the suspension and the condition of the brake discs, as these components can perish over time even if the mileage remains low. The lack of recorded advisories for exhaust corrosion or brake pad wear suggests the chassis and braking system are in good condition.

DS18 AEK Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/11/2025
  • 67,857 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring windscreen items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
83
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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DS18 AEK Mileage History

  1. 28/10/202255,551 mi
  2. 20/11/202359,157 mi+3,606 mi
  3. 20/11/202359,157 mi
  4. 19/11/202463,136 mi+3,979 mi
  5. 06/11/202567,857 mi+4,721 mi

Average of roughly 4,068 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DS18 AEK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 16:04
MOT Analysis

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 (DS18 AEK) between October 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 06 November 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: Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY