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Ford Kuga

Brown · Diesel · 2011 · 1,997 cc

L3 VNNMOT history

L3 VNN is a brown diesel Ford Kuga first used on 5 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 77,045 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

L3 VNN brown Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
77,045 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,798 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 VNN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 VNN was last recorded at 77,045 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 3,911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,134 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,911 miles
Average per year
4,798 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,045 miles
  • 2025 – 73,134 miles
  • 2024 – 69,684 miles
  • 2023 – 65,187 miles
  • 2022 – 60,263 miles
  • 2021 – 54,397 miles
  • 2020 – 48,983 miles
  • 2019 – 47,949 miles
  • 2018 – 42,284 miles
  • 2017 – 37,239 miles
  • 2016 – 30,960 miles
  • 2015 – 25,488 miles
  • 2014 – 19,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,045 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms and roll bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,045 miles (+3,911)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    77,045 miles
    Test number
    425880267358
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms and roll bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass73,134 miles (+3,450)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    73,134 miles
    Test number
    669070917418
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass69,684 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    69,684 miles
    Test number
    152410722352
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NS and OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail69,676 miles (+4,489)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,676 miles
    Test number
    919400788309
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NS and OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass65,187 miles (+4,924)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    65,187 miles
    Test number
    617091312550
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass60,263 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    60,263 miles
    Test number
    776859230634
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail60,262 miles (+5,865)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,262 miles
    Test number
    794915113299
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass54,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    54,397 miles
    Test number
    635617525477
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail54,394 miles (+5,411)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,394 miles
    Test number
    239932510969
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass48,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    48,983 miles
    Test number
    938384736311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,983 miles (+9)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,983 miles
    Test number
    690350153101
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass48,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    48,974 miles
    Test number
    269715300964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail48,974 miles (+1,025)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,974 miles
    Test number
    489749133570
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Pass47,949 miles (+5,665)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    47,949 miles
    Test number
    550479506896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,284 miles (+5,045)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    42,284 miles
    Test number
    736697902562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,239 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    37,239 miles
    Test number
    726434433682
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail37,237 miles (+6,277)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,237 miles
    Test number
    530746518263
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass30,960 miles (+5,472)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    30,960 miles
    Test number
    580836745440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,488 miles (+6,225)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    25,488 miles
    Test number
    820063677311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    19,263 miles
    Test number
    427079364208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 VNN

Does L3 VNN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 VNN is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 VNN?
The MOT on L3 VNN is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 VNN done?
L3 VNN was recorded at 77,045 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 4,798 miles a year.
Has L3 VNN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 VNN has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L3 VNN 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 L3 VNN find?
L3 VNN passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box, and 5 more.

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