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Ford Kuga

Grey · Diesel · 2018 · 1,499 cc

L7 SHMMOT history

L7 SHM is a grey diesel Ford Kuga first used on 27 Apr 2018. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 35,006 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

L7 SHM grey Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
35,006 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 SHM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
27 Apr 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 SHM was last recorded at 35,006 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 4,036 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
30,970 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,036 miles
Average per year
2,893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,006 miles
  • 2025 – 30,970 miles
  • 2024 – 30,437 miles
  • 2023 – 28,470 miles
  • 2022 – 24,925 miles
  • 2021 – 20,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,006 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 22 Feb 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,006 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    35,006 miles
    Test number
    634089332169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail35,006 miles (+4,036)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,006 miles
    Test number
    530241016350
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass30,970 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    30,970 miles
    Test number
    650439532388
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre also out of shape on inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail30,970 miles (+533)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,970 miles
    Test number
    276794374438
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre also out of shape on inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass30,437 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    30,437 miles
    Test number
    500845332583
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail30,437 miles (+1,967)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,437 miles
    Test number
    109766253474
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass28,470 miles (+3,545)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    28,470 miles
    Test number
    594456909593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass24,925 miles (+4,231)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    24,925 miles
    Test number
    632175288161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass20,694 miles (+1,109)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    20,694 miles
    Test number
    476903566842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass19,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    19,585 miles
    Test number
    464644258575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 SHM

Does L7 SHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 SHM is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 SHM?
The MOT on L7 SHM is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 SHM done?
L7 SHM was recorded at 35,006 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 2,893 miles a year.
Has L7 SHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 SHM has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 SHM 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 L7 SHM find?
L7 SHM passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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