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Ford Kuga

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,997 cc

L8 ELJMOT history

L8 ELJ is a white diesel Ford Kuga first used on 27 Oct 2010. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 77,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

L8 ELJ white Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
77,019 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 ELJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
27 Oct 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 ELJ was last recorded at 77,019 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,019 miles · 6 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,019 miles
  • 2025 – 75,943 miles
  • 2024 – 73,921 miles
  • 2023 – 71,386 miles
  • 2022 – 70,147 miles
  • 2021 – 68,550 miles
  • 2020 – 67,376 miles
  • 2019 – 64,464 miles
  • 2018 – 59,065 miles
  • 2017 – 56,223 miles
  • 2016 – 50,767 miles
  • 2015 – 43,327 miles
  • 2014 – 36,830 miles
  • 2013 – 35,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,019 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,019 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    77,019 miles
    Test number
    606502579347
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail77,019 miles (+1,076)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,019 miles
    Test number
    839422239491
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass75,943 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    75,943 miles
    Test number
    168141502020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail75,943 miles (+2,022)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,943 miles
    Test number
    479690446502
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass73,921 miles (+2,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    73,921 miles
    Test number
    339551217943
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass71,386 miles (+1,239)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,386 miles
    Test number
    108138952799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,147 miles (+1,597)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    70,147 miles
    Test number
    547510443960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,550 miles (+1,174)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    68,550 miles
    Test number
    281943412143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,376 miles
    Test number
    771642451872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,376 miles (+2,912)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,376 miles
    Test number
    604220281216
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass64,464 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    64,464 miles
    Test number
    863124367114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail64,464 miles (+1,779)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,464 miles
    Test number
    219840533652
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass62,685 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,685 miles
    Test number
    769273048448
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail62,685 miles (+3,620)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,685 miles
    Test number
    539777014742
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass59,065 miles (+2,842)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,065 miles
    Test number
    832724068734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,223 miles (+5,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    56,223 miles
    Test number
    500019513125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass50,767 miles (+7,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    50,767 miles
    Test number
    565638549670
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass43,327 miles (+6,497)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    43,327 miles
    Test number
    506090305156
    • NoteChild Seats fitted on Rear
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass36,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    36,830 miles
    Test number
    255315104486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,830 miles (+1,409)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,830 miles
    Test number
    428175804131
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass35,421 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    35,421 miles
    Test number
    717897193213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L8 ELJ

Does L8 ELJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 ELJ is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 ELJ?
The MOT on L8 ELJ is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 ELJ done?
L8 ELJ was recorded at 77,019 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 3,362 miles a year.
Has L8 ELJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 ELJ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 ELJ 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 L8 ELJ find?
L8 ELJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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