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Ford Kuga

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,997 cc

C5 HCJMOT history

C5 HCJ is a white diesel Ford Kuga first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 102,078 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2026.

C5 HCJ white Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2027
Mileage
102,078 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,790 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 HCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 HCJ was last recorded at 102,078 miles on 24 Oct 2026, 4,375 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Oct 2024: 93,159 miles, lower than 93,195 miles on 29 Oct 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
97,703 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,375 miles
Average per year
5,790 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,078 miles
  • 2025 – 97,703 miles
  • 2024 – 93,159 miles
  • 2023 – 88,616 miles
  • 2022 – 83,297 miles
  • 2021 – 78,013 miles
  • 2020 – 76,470 miles
  • 2019 – 73,319 miles
  • 2018 – 71,174 miles
  • 2017 – 62,221 miles
  • 2016 – 53,250 miles
  • 2015 – 43,705 miles
  • 2014 – 32,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,078 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Covers + Shields Fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,078 miles (+4,375)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    102,078 miles
    Test number
    636516232877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass97,703 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    97,703 miles
    Test number
    831496067035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  3. Fail97,702 miles (+4,543)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,702 miles
    Test number
    449193277947
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  4. Pass93,159 miles (-36)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    93,159 miles
    Test number
    119527100901
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail93,195 miles (+4,579)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,195 miles
    Test number
    788527001363
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass88,616 miles (+5,319)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,616 miles
    Test number
    956115232820
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn REAR TRAILING ARM BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass83,297 miles (+51)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    83,297 miles
    Test number
    449344212384
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail83,246 miles (+5,233)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,246 miles
    Test number
    693497046491
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner Tie Rod Slight Play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass78,013 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    78,013 miles
    Test number
    467191969060
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail78,013 miles (+1,543)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,013 miles
    Test number
    810345627352
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass76,470 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    76,470 miles
    Test number
    704902635480
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail76,470 miles (+3,151)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,470 miles
    Test number
    959600174160
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass73,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,319 miles
    Test number
    173060317570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail73,317 miles (+2,143)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,317 miles
    Test number
    445336258934
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass71,174 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    71,174 miles
    Test number
    340242928895
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail71,174 miles (+8,953)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,174 miles
    Test number
    537517177623
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass62,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,221 miles
    Test number
    314186860430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail62,221 miles (+8,971)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,221 miles
    Test number
    551825524337
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass53,250 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    53,250 miles
    Test number
    287082172607
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn badly on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail53,250 miles (+9,545)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,250 miles
    Test number
    188672274612
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn badly on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass43,705 miles (+11,371)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    43,705 miles
    Test number
    906103092976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    32,334 miles
    Test number
    955700084259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 HCJ

Does C5 HCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 HCJ is valid until 31 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 HCJ?
The MOT on C5 HCJ is valid until 31 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 HCJ done?
C5 HCJ was recorded at 102,078 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2026, an average of 5,790 miles a year.
Has C5 HCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 HCJ has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 HCJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Oct 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C5 HCJ find?
C5 HCJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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