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Ford Kuga

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,997 cc

K33 ARJMOT history

K33 ARJ is a grey diesel Ford Kuga first used on 25 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

K33 ARJ grey Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jul 2027
Mileage
135,953 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K33 ARJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K33 ARJ was last recorded at 135,953 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,951 miles · 8 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,953 miles
  • 2025 – 132,644 miles
  • 2024 – 127,217 miles
  • 2023 – 121,051 miles
  • 2022 – 115,061 miles
  • 2021 – 109,403 miles
  • 2020 – 104,751 miles
  • 2019 – 99,706 miles
  • 2018 – 91,573 miles
  • 2017 – 80,809 miles
  • 2016 – 72,332 miles
  • 2015 – 64,320 miles
  • 2014 – 53,596 miles
  • 2013 – 44,773 miles
  • 2012 – 34,517 miles
  • 2011 – 21,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,953 miles
  • AdvisoryFront flexi blowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/50/18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,953 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    135,953 miles
    Test number
    666943759234
    • AdvisoryFront flexi blow
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail135,951 miles (+3,307)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,951 miles
    Test number
    117389156582
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perrished (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront flexi blow
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass132,644 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    132,644 miles
    Test number
    186419559084
    • AdvisoryBrake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail132,642 miles (+5,425)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,642 miles
    Test number
    862738154316
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass127,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    127,217 miles
    Test number
    560015896761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail127,216 miles (+6,165)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,216 miles
    Test number
    862074362116
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

  7. Pass121,051 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    121,051 miles
    Test number
    808745660541
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail121,051 miles (+5,990)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,051 miles
    Test number
    469321092284
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass115,061 miles (+5,658)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    115,061 miles
    Test number
    458692763909
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass109,403 miles (+4,652)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    109,403 miles
    Test number
    984384238607
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass104,751 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    104,751 miles
    Test number
    260588907595
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail104,745 miles (+5,039)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,745 miles
    Test number
    535572822102
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass99,706 miles (+8,133)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    99,706 miles
    Test number
    865649830014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass91,573 miles (+10,764)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    91,573 miles
    Test number
    116410524116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,809 miles
    Test number
    431241058280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,809 miles (+8,477)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,809 miles
    Test number
    700452336541
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass72,332 miles (+8,012)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,332 miles
    Test number
    888457212535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,320 miles (+10,724)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,320 miles
    Test number
    329351615249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,596 miles (+8,823)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,596 miles
    Test number
    316315604241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,773 miles (+10,256)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    44,773 miles
    Test number
    345251613459
    • NoteN/S FRONT TYRE SLIGHTLY WORN ON EDGES

  21. Pass34,517 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    34,517 miles
    Test number
    705972812292
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES GETTING NEAR TO LIMITS + INNER EDGES STARTING TO WEAR
    • NoteO/S REAR TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGES GETTING NEAR TO LIMITS

  22. Fail34,517 miles (+12,824)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,517 miles
    Test number
    349029002258
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES GETTING NEAR TO LIMITS + INNER EDGES STARTING TO WEAR
    • NoteO/S REAR TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGES GETTING NEAR TO LIMITS

  23. Pass21,693 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    21,693 miles
    Test number
    396808611282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about K33 ARJ

Does K33 ARJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K33 ARJ is valid until 25 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K33 ARJ?
The MOT on K33 ARJ is valid until 25 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K33 ARJ done?
K33 ARJ was recorded at 135,953 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 7,656 miles a year.
Has K33 ARJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K33 ARJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K33 ARJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K33 ARJ find?
K33 ARJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: front flexi blow; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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