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2016 Ford Kuga 2.0L Diesel · R3 MXO

R3 MXO

2016 Ford Kuga (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 97,589 miles. MOT valid until 07 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
FORD KUGA
Year / Origin
2016 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 07 Feb 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
97,589 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 07 Feb 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1997cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test in February 2026 at 97,589 miles where it passed with no recorded defects. This follows a consistent period of clean passes since a single point of failure in early 2024. The lack of advisories in the last three successful tests suggests that the previous owners have proactively addressed mechanical issues and maintained the vehicle to standards. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,700 miles per annum. There was a notable increase in usage between January 2023 and February 2024, where the car covered over 14,000 miles in just thirteen months. However, the usage has returned to a more standard pace, with 17,693 miles recorded between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This pattern indicates regular road use rather than long periods ofກັບ, which generally benefits engine seals and battery health. While the MOT history is currently clean, a buyer should perform a physical inspection of components prone to wear at the 100,000-mile mark. Given the age of the Kuga, close attention should be paid to suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perished rubber, as these often degrade around this mileage. Check the brake discs for thinning and binding calipers, as the record does not show historical brake advisories. Additionally, inspect the chassis for surface corrosion to ensure structural integrity remains sound as the vehicle enters its second decade.
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R3 MXO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/02/2026
  • 97,589 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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R3 MXO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford Kuga (R3 MXO) between January 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 03 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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ADVISORY

R3 MXO Mileage History

  1. 23/01/202353,506 mi
  2. 08/02/202467,780 mi+14,274 mi
  3. 08/02/202467,780 mi
  4. 05/02/202585,073 mi+17,293 mi
  5. 03/02/202697,589 mi+12,516 mi

Average of roughly 14,546 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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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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