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Ford Kuga

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,997 cc

L31 LDJMOT history

L31 LDJ is a white diesel Ford Kuga first used on 28 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 152,450 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

L31 LDJ white Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
152,450 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 LDJ
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
28 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 LDJ was last recorded at 152,450 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,432 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
10,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,450 miles
  • 2025 – 141,072 miles
  • 2024 – 131,178 miles
  • 2023 – 121,307 miles
  • 2022 – 113,401 miles
  • 2021 – 104,559 miles
  • 2020 – 95,114 miles
  • 2019 – 76,516 miles
  • 2018 – 60,371 miles
  • 2017 – 54,387 miles
  • 2016 – 48,453 miles
  • 2015 – 40,497 miles
  • 2014 – 28,103 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,450 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth And cut. (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack leaking fluid, from perished gaiter.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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,450 miles (+18)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    152,450 miles
    Test number
    472358755859
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth And cut. (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack leaking fluid, from perished gaiter.

  2. Fail152,432 miles (+11,360)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,432 miles
    Test number
    897879465153
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 6.58 recorded, 18 x too much average mean value., max 0.35 (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth And cut. (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack leaking fluid, from perished gaiter.

  3. Pass141,072 miles (+9,894)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    141,072 miles
    Test number
    791872001289
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass131,178 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    131,178 miles
    Test number
    677257727756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail131,178 miles (+9,871)2 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,178 miles
    Test number
    421129857944
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass121,307 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    121,307 miles
    Test number
    405309153031
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail121,307 miles (+7,906)2 dangerous2 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,307 miles
    Test number
    441602513851
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass113,401 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    113,401 miles
    Test number
    755704452328
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view has a small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail113,400 miles (+8,841)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,400 miles
    Test number
    579660216866
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt not attached (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view has a small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  10. Pass104,559 miles (+9,445)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,559 miles
    Test number
    812814383132
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCondensation in pass mirror repeater
    • AdvisoryCovers and undertray fitted to vehicle

  11. Pass95,114 miles (+18,598)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    95,114 miles
    Test number
    626855079732
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass76,516 miles (+16,145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    76,516 miles
    Test number
    474223111276
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass60,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    60,371 miles
    Test number
    652066149584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,371 miles (+5,984)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,371 miles
    Test number
    950209552586
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass54,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    54,387 miles
    Test number
    630441017352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,378 miles (+5,925)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,378 miles
    Test number
    927044365806
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format no space between character groups (6.3.4f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format no space between character groups (6.3.4f)

  17. Pass48,453 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    48,453 miles
    Test number
    699941547808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,413 miles (+7,916)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,413 miles
    Test number
    266316866442
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass40,497 miles (+12,394)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    40,497 miles
    Test number
    717407145040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    28,103 miles
    Test number
    708489114112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L31 LDJ

Does L31 LDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 LDJ is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 LDJ?
The MOT on L31 LDJ is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 LDJ done?
L31 LDJ was recorded at 152,450 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 10,450 miles a year.
Has L31 LDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 LDJ has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L31 LDJ 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 L31 LDJ find?
L31 LDJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pedal wearing smooth and cut., and 2 more.

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