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2018 Ford Kuga 1.5L Diesel · DS18 AEM

DS18 AEM

2018 Ford Kuga (1.5L, diesel). First registered 12/06/2018. Recorded mileage 83,595 miles. MOT valid until 23/04/2027.

Make & Model
FORD KUGA
Year / Origin
2018 · Shrewsbury
MOT Status
Valid until 23/04/2027
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
83,595 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 23/04/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1499cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This Ford Kuga presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 25 April 2025 at 77,311 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the vehicle failed a test three days prior on 22 April 2025, the record shows no specific defects for that failure, suggesting a clerical error or a minor issue resolved instantly. The absence of advisories across multiple years indicates a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical UK usage for an eight year old vehicle. Between April 2022 and April 2023, the car covered 4,480 miles. This increased significantly to 8,690 miles by April 2024 and rose again to 14,017 miles by the April 2025 test. This upward trend in annual mileage suggests the vehicle is now used more intensively than in its earlier years, which typically accelerates the wear of consumables. Because the MOT history is exceptionally clean, there are no recurring mechanical faults or structural warnings to flag. The tester has not noted any issues with suspension bushes, brake discs, or chassis corrosion over the last four years. This lack of recorded defects implies a disciplined approach to maintenance by the previous owner. A physical inspection should focus on standard wear items that the MOT may not flag as failures until they reach a critical limit. Check the depth of the tyre treads and the condition of the brake pads, as the recent increase in annual mileage will have depleted these components faster. Verify the service history for oil changes and filter replacements to ensure the engine has been cared for alongside the chassis.

DS18 AEM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/04/2026
  • 83,595 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)

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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 AEM Mileage History

  1. 19/04/202354,604 mi
  2. 10/04/202463,294 mi+8,690 mi
  3. 22/04/202577,306 mi+14,012 mi
  4. 25/04/202577,311 mi+5 mi
  5. 22/04/202683,595 mi+6,284 mi

Average of roughly 9,636 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DS18 AEM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Sept 2026, 04:26
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Ford Kuga (DS18 AEM) between April 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 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 (7 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 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: “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”.

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