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Ford Kuga

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,997 cc

LR12 DFOMOT history

LR12 DFO is a black diesel Ford Kuga first used on 8 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 118,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2026.

LR12 DFO black Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 May 2027
Mileage
118,894 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR12 DFO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
8 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 May 2027
Latest MOT test
2 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR12 DFO was last recorded at 118,894 miles on 2 May 2026, 3,042 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,852 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,042 miles
Average per year
6,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,894 miles
  • 2025 – 115,852 miles
  • 2024 – 114,207 miles
  • 2023 – 114,190 miles
  • 2021 – 112,697 miles
  • 2020 – 99,522 miles
  • 2019 – 74,158 miles
  • 2018 – 63,022 miles
  • 2017 – 55,876 miles
  • 2016 – 49,621 miles
  • 2015 – 42,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,894 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,894 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2027
    Odometer
    118,894 miles
    Test number
    763431219590
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail118,894 miles (+3,042)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,894 miles
    Test number
    191734726730
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass115,852 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2026
    Odometer
    115,852 miles
    Test number
    480208170129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass114,207 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    114,207 miles
    Test number
    213622621061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail114,190 miles (+1,493)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,190 miles
    Test number
    996453024255
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing 2 missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass112,697 miles (+13,175)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    112,697 miles
    Test number
    395984459505
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass99,522 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    99,522 miles
    Test number
    644898122095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail99,513 miles (+25,355)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,513 miles
    Test number
    617653119270
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass74,158 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    74,158 miles
    Test number
    472869482691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail74,158 miles (+11,136)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,158 miles
    Test number
    943751878235
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass63,022 miles (+7,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,022 miles
    Test number
    203420965661
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass55,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    55,876 miles
    Test number
    381954558013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,876 miles (+6,255)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,876 miles
    Test number
    537013634792
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  14. Pass49,621 miles (+6,900)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    49,621 miles
    Test number
    439716061997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,721 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    42,721 miles
    Test number
    677288065067
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR12 DFO

Does LR12 DFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR12 DFO is valid until 3 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR12 DFO?
The MOT on LR12 DFO is valid until 3 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR12 DFO done?
LR12 DFO was recorded at 118,894 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2026, an average of 6,833 miles a year.
Has LR12 DFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR12 DFO has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR12 DFO 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 LR12 DFO find?
LR12 DFO passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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