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Ford Kuga

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,997 cc

LM61 UTWMOT history

LM61 UTW is a white diesel Ford Kuga first used on 21 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 111,723 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LM61 UTW white Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
111,723 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 UTW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 UTW was last recorded at 111,723 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 8,156 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,567 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,156 miles
Average per year
7,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,723 miles
  • 2025 – 103,567 miles
  • 2024 – 92,124 miles
  • 2023 – 81,580 miles
  • 2022 – 73,860 miles
  • 2021 – 65,275 miles
  • 2020 – 58,437 miles
  • 2019 – 51,201 miles
  • 2018 – 49,612 miles
  • 2017 – 45,618 miles
  • 2016 – 39,776 miles
  • 2015 – 35,123 miles
  • 2014 – 28,027 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,723 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,723 miles (+8,156)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    111,723 miles
    Test number
    442527898254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass103,567 miles (+33)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    103,567 miles
    Test number
    468022676979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail103,534 miles (+11,410)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,534 miles
    Test number
    626256393664
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass92,124 miles (+10,544)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    92,124 miles
    Test number
    577325475320
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass81,580 miles (+7,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    81,580 miles
    Test number
    850600810983
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass73,860 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    73,860 miles
    Test number
    720919762223
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
  7. Fail73,860 miles (+8,585)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,860 miles
    Test number
    362815972607
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
  8. Pass65,275 miles (+6,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    65,275 miles
    Test number
    318724605879
    • 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))
  9. Pass58,437 miles (+7,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    58,437 miles
    Test number
    247278323369
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass51,201 miles (+1,589)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    51,201 miles
    Test number
    616275723016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,612 miles (+3,994)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    49,612 miles
    Test number
    330198763695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass45,618 miles (+5,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    45,618 miles
    Test number
    303044913498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  13. Pass39,776 miles (+4,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,776 miles
    Test number
    352788679377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  14. Pass35,123 miles (+7,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    35,123 miles
    Test number
    444987474872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass28,027 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    28,027 miles
    Test number
    136557214301
    • 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)

Questions about LM61 UTW

Does LM61 UTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 UTW is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 UTW?
The MOT on LM61 UTW is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 UTW done?
LM61 UTW was recorded at 111,723 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 7,504 miles a year.
Has LM61 UTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 UTW has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 UTW 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 LM61 UTW find?
LM61 UTW passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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