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Ford Kuga

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,997 cc

L4 SDXMOT history

L4 SDX is a black diesel Ford Kuga first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 73,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

L4 SDX black Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
73,743 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 SDX
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 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 SDX was last recorded at 73,743 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 5,314 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,429 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,314 miles
Average per year
5,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,743 miles
  • 2025 – 68,429 miles
  • 2024 – 63,467 miles
  • 2023 – 57,960 miles
  • 2022 – 51,993 miles
  • 2021 – 46,809 miles
  • 2020 – 42,587 miles
  • 2019 – 33,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,743 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

10 tests since 27 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,743 miles (+5,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    73,743 miles
    Test number
    641091203033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass68,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    68,429 miles
    Test number
    744600738405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail68,429 miles (+4,962)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,429 miles
    Test number
    234582930509
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  4. Pass63,467 miles (+5,507)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    63,467 miles
    Test number
    448538827582
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  5. Pass57,960 miles (+5,967)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    57,960 miles
    Test number
    443910308921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  6. Pass51,993 miles (+5,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    51,993 miles
    Test number
    234818513287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass46,809 miles (+4,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    46,809 miles
    Test number
    812709845886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  8. Pass42,587 miles (+8,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    42,587 miles
    Test number
    954828254287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  9. Pass33,623 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    33,623 miles
    Test number
    699833240129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail33,623 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,623 miles
    Test number
    940957304889
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about L4 SDX

Does L4 SDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 SDX is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 SDX?
The MOT on L4 SDX is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 SDX done?
L4 SDX was recorded at 73,743 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 5,892 miles a year.
Has L4 SDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 SDX has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L4 SDX 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 L4 SDX find?
L4 SDX passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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