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Ford Kuga

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,997 cc

L23 RTEMOT history

L23 RTE is a black diesel Ford Kuga first used on 31 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 59,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

L23 RTE black Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
59,896 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 RTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 RTE was last recorded at 59,896 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 5,970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
53,926 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,970 miles
Average per year
5,594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,896 miles
  • 2025 – 53,926 miles
  • 2024 – 49,185 miles
  • 2023 – 42,643 miles
  • 2022 – 36,905 miles
  • 2021 – 31,825 miles
  • 2020 – 26,167 miles
  • 2019 – 20,718 miles
  • 2018 – 18,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,896 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 12 Dec 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,896 miles (+5,970)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    59,896 miles
    Test number
    363258046292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass53,926 miles (+4,741)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    53,926 miles
    Test number
    785230883312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass49,185 miles (+6,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    49,185 miles
    Test number
    318325843258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass42,643 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    42,643 miles
    Test number
    750572045155
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ( 4115 ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad on limit advise changing asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have little if no tread on inner edges advise changing 235/50/18

  5. Fail42,643 miles (+5,738)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,643 miles
    Test number
    515360790905
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ( 4115 ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad on limit advise changing asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have little if no tread on inner edges advise changing 235/50/18

  6. Pass36,905 miles (+5,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    36,905 miles
    Test number
    245278317119
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads very low advise changing (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass31,825 miles (+5,658)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    31,825 miles
    Test number
    806389337560
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pad down to 3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass26,167 miles (+5,449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    26,167 miles
    Test number
    136002247263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass20,718 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    20,718 miles
    Test number
    360921972193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass18,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    18,960 miles
    Test number
    962906890517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 RTE

Does L23 RTE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 RTE is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 RTE?
The MOT on L23 RTE is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 RTE done?
L23 RTE was recorded at 59,896 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 5,594 miles a year.
Has L23 RTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 RTE has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on L23 RTE 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 L23 RTE find?
L23 RTE passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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