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Ford Kuga

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,997 cc

LR59 TGYMOT history

LR59 TGY is a grey diesel Ford Kuga first used on 9 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 133,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

LR59 TGY grey Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2026
Mileage
133,306 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,811 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 TGY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR59 TGY was last recorded at 133,306 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 4,121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,185 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,121 miles
Average per year
7,811 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,306 miles
  • 2025 – 129,185 miles
  • 2024 – 122,645 miles
  • 2023 – 114,417 miles
  • 2022 – 105,187 miles
  • 2021 – 100,238 miles
  • 2020 – 97,884 miles
  • 2019 – 87,069 miles
  • 2018 – 74,306 miles
  • 2017 – 65,515 miles
  • 2016 – 56,445 miles
  • 2015 – 50,374 miles
  • 2014 – 41,806 miles
  • 2013 – 32,935 miles
  • 2012 – 23,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,306 miles
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Vehicle over heated (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorCentral Rear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorFuel system component leaking Injector area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to cord (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly stepped (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to cord (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly stepped (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trail bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRough running
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Numerous (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users showing black smoke under load

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear both n/s o/s tyres worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,306 miles (+4,121)6 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,306 miles
    Test number
    122725450947
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Vehicle over heated (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Rear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Injector area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to cord (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly stepped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to cord (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly stepped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trail bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRough running
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Numerous (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass129,185 miles (+6,540)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    129,185 miles
    Test number
    804018873694
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWater leak [bad]

  3. Pass122,645 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    122,645 miles
    Test number
    113297241934
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users showing black smoke under load (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear both n/s o/s tyres worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail122,628 miles (+8,211)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,628 miles
    Test number
    604510605445
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users showing black smoke under load (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear both n/s o/s tyres worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass114,417 miles (+9,230)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    114,417 miles
    Test number
    194755533477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass105,187 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    105,187 miles
    Test number
    203481698713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail105,184 miles (+4,946)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,184 miles
    Test number
    814354364071
    • DangerousFuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire heat shield loose [over fuel tank] (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working front windscreen washers not working [possible the washer pump] (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements rear handbrake showing low effort at rear wheels (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working rear fog light not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass100,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    100,238 miles
    Test number
    568752693993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail100,238 miles (+2,354)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,238 miles
    Test number
    177596625987
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass97,884 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,884 miles
    Test number
    341513073537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,813 miles (+10,744)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,813 miles
    Test number
    894844677922
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  12. Pass87,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    87,069 miles
    Test number
    245632607081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  13. Fail87,069 miles (+12,763)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,069 miles
    Test number
    490805301918
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  14. Pass74,306 miles (+8,791)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    74,306 miles
    Test number
    244880533690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,515 miles
    Test number
    693930726588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,515 miles (+1,349)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,515 miles
    Test number
    948558135938
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass64,166 miles (+7,721)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    64,166 miles
    Test number
    489932946136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,445 miles (+6,071)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,445 miles
    Test number
    385984171774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,374 miles (+8,568)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    50,374 miles
    Test number
    207590675483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,806 miles (+8,871)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    41,806 miles
    Test number
    519785274172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,935 miles (+9,587)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,935 miles
    Test number
    886384983102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    23,348 miles
    Test number
    136077412236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 TGY

Does LR59 TGY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR59 TGY expired on 3 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR59 TGY?
The MOT on LR59 TGY expired on 3 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR59 TGY done?
LR59 TGY was recorded at 133,306 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 7,811 miles a year.
Has LR59 TGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 TGY has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 TGY 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 LR59 TGY find?
LR59 TGY failed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 6 major defects and 15 advisories: brake performance unable to be tested vehicle over heated; central rear engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement; emissions unable to be completed, and 18 more.

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