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2021 Ford Kuga Titanium ED Eblue A 1.5L Diesel · OV21 UHK

OV21 UHK

2021 Ford Kuga Titanium ED Eblue A (1.5L, diesel). First registered 17 May 2021. Recorded mileage 16,800 miles. MOT valid until 06 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.

Make & Model
FORD KUGA TITANIUM ED EBLUE A
Year / Origin
2021 · Oxford
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 06 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
Recorded Mileage
16,800 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 06 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Sept 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2021
Engine
1499cc
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OV21 UHK Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2025
  • 16,800 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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OV21 UHK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Oct 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Ford Kuga Titanium Ed Eblue A (OV21 UHK) between April 2024 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 27 October 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 (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 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: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”.

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OV21 UHK Mileage History

  1. 02/04/202411,676 mi
  2. 07/11/202413,481 mi+1,805 mi
  3. 27/10/202516,800 mi+3,319 mi
  4. 27/10/202516,800 mi

Average of roughly 3,265 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6 AP

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
92
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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Good MOT pass rate (75%)
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory

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Buying Score
62/100
Risk Level
Medium
Medium
Est. Annual Cost
£1,100-£1,400
Mileage
At 16,800 miles, the vehicle's mileage i...

Our Verdict

Exercise caution before purchasing due t

Your primary focus should be the engine management system. The October 2025 MOT failure specifically cited an inoperative or malfunctioning engine MIL (8.2.2.2 (g)). You must confirm that this fault was not only repaired but that the underlying cause—whether a sensor issue or a software fault—has been fully resolved and is no longer throwing codes.

Additionally, check the condition of the tyres. While the 2024 MOT noted a damaged/cracking offside rear tyre, you should inspect all four tyres to ensure they have been replaced or that no further perishing is evident. Ask for evidence of the repair for the engine light failure to ensure it wasn't just a bulb replacement but a genuine fix to the engine management system.

As a 1.5L diesel model, this Kuga is designed for efficiency on longer journeys, though fuel economy will vary based on driving style. Being a Euro 6 vehicle, it is compliant with current ULEZ and CAZ standards, helping to avoid daily charges in many UK cities.

Insurance groups for the Kuga Titanium trim tend to be mid-range, and tax is determined by the specific CO2 emissions of this diesel variant. Expect maintenance costs to be typical for a Ford SUV, with regular service intervals required to maintain the diesel engine's health.

Specifically inspect the dashboard and instrument cluster to ensure the engine warning lights function correctly during a test drive; the 2025 failure was directly related to the MIL system. Check the underside of the vehicle, as the 2025 MOT record notes that undertrays were fitted following the failure.

Examine the tyre sidewalls closely for any signs of cracking or perishing, following the issue noted in the November 2024 MOT. Finally, because the engine MIL was a recorded failure, a diagnostic scan using an OBD-II reader is highly recommended to check for any 'pending' fault codes that might not have triggered a light yet.

This 2021 Ford Kuga Titanium Ed EBlue A is a diesel-powered SUV with 16,800 miles recorded at its last test. The vehicle has a documented MOT history showing one failure in October 2025 related to the engine MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) and one advisory regarding a tyre sidewall in 2024. The current mileage is slightly above the model average of 7,851 miles per year.

Aggregate data from 1,075 vehicles shows an 89.8% MOT pass rate, with engine MIL malfunctions and brake components being common failure points for this model.

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