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Ford Kuga

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,997 cc

L40 VJOMOT history

L40 VJO is a blue diesel Ford Kuga first used on 25 Feb 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 153,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

L40 VJO blue Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
153,512 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 VJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Feb 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 VJO was last recorded at 153,512 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,410 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
102 miles
Average per year
8,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,512 miles
  • 2025 – 146,042 miles
  • 2024 – 136,434 miles
  • 2023 – 123,858 miles
  • 2022 – 121,902 miles
  • 2021 – 113,373 miles
  • 2020 – 111,672 miles
  • 2019 – 104,375 miles
  • 2018 – 96,825 miles
  • 2017 – 88,408 miles
  • 2016 – 79,099 miles
  • 2015 – 69,461 miles
  • 2014 – 58,843 miles
  • 2013 – 49,849 miles
  • 2012 – 39,738 miles
  • 2011 – 30,424 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,512 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear inner light unit insecure but unlikely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s and n/s worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,512 miles (+102)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    153,512 miles
    Test number
    495150140872
    • MinorNearside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail153,410 miles (+7,368)9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,410 miles
    Test number
    975815467932
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury light unit (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,042 miles (+85)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    146,042 miles
    Test number
    102072678036
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner light unit insecure but unlikely to fall off
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s and n/s worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail145,957 miles (+9,523)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,957 miles
    Test number
    591499359569
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both o/s and n/s (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner light unit insecure but unlikely to fall off
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s and n/s worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass136,434 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    136,434 miles
    Test number
    306550748945
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail136,434 miles (+12,576)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,434 miles
    Test number
    199945054336
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass123,858 miles (+1,929)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    123,858 miles
    Test number
    170838685792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass121,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    121,929 miles
    Test number
    914269001404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail121,929 miles (+27)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,929 miles
    Test number
    329727799971
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear screen wash inop

  10. Fail121,902 miles (+8,529)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,902 miles
    Test number
    596398694690
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass113,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    113,373 miles
    Test number
    854444847231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail113,373 miles (+1,701)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,373 miles
    Test number
    842943039673
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass111,672 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    111,672 miles
    Test number
    971186675185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail111,672 miles (+7,297)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,672 miles
    Test number
    983397657304
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass104,375 miles (+7,550)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    104,375 miles
    Test number
    776600358475
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low!
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slightly leaking (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension subframe and components all showing signs of surface corrosion.

  16. Pass96,825 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    96,825 miles
    Test number
    815907253194
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all front brake pads appear to be getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Play in both inner steering rack ends (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust brackets corrded

  17. Fail96,825 miles (+8,417)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,825 miles
    Test number
    235321745417
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all front brake pads appear to be getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Play in both inner steering rack ends (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust brackets corrded

  18. Pass88,408 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,408 miles
    Test number
    299300638305
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Fail88,408 miles (+9,309)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,408 miles
    Test number
    679470409549
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass79,099 miles (+9,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,099 miles
    Test number
    482999650224
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass69,461 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,461 miles
    Test number
    565974852197
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail69,459 miles (+10,616)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,459 miles
    Test number
    692669633901
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass58,843 miles (+8,994)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,843 miles
    Test number
    706494054281
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to purish on outter sidewall

  24. Pass49,849 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,849 miles
    Test number
    168252053280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Fail49,849 miles (+10,111)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,849 miles
    Test number
    626082353245
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass39,738 miles (+9,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    39,738 miles
    Test number
    339451152298
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass30,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,424 miles
    Test number
    909529551236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 VJO

Does L40 VJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 VJO is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 VJO?
The MOT on L40 VJO is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 VJO done?
L40 VJO was recorded at 153,512 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 8,249 miles a year.
Has L40 VJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 VJO has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 VJO 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 VJO find?
L40 VJO passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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