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Ford Kuga

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,997 cc

L40 DRMMOT history

L40 DRM is a black diesel Ford Kuga first used on 31 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 8 MOT tests, with 48,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

L40 DRM black Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
48,996 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
8
8 passed · 0 failed
Per year
5,516 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 DRM
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 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 DRM was last recorded at 48,996 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 7,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
41,989 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,007 miles
Average per year
5,516 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,996 miles
  • 2025 – 41,989 miles
  • 2024 – 34,106 miles
  • 2023 – 28,651 miles
  • 2022 – 23,443 miles
  • 2021 – 18,962 miles
  • 2020 – 16,388 miles
  • 2019 – 11,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,996 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

8 tests since 20 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,996 miles (+7,007)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    48,996 miles
    Test number
    103142923777
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass41,989 miles (+7,883)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    41,989 miles
    Test number
    637225553055
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive unable to see where from due to undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle various mostly rear

  3. Pass34,106 miles (+5,455)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    34,106 miles
    Test number
    551127096079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass28,651 miles (+5,208)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    28,651 miles
    Test number
    849372023237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass23,443 miles (+4,481)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    23,443 miles
    Test number
    421684261565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass18,962 miles (+2,574)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    18,962 miles
    Test number
    956937679083
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Pass16,388 miles (+5,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    16,388 miles
    Test number
    692950468942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  8. Pass11,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    11,210 miles
    Test number
    564484307623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 DRM

Does L40 DRM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 DRM is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 DRM?
The MOT on L40 DRM is valid until 4 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 DRM done?
L40 DRM was recorded at 48,996 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 5,516 miles a year.
Has L40 DRM ever failed its MOT?
No. L40 DRM has passed all 8 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on L40 DRM 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 L40 DRM find?
L40 DRM passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear exhaust silencer slightly loose; rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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