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Ford Kuga

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,997 cc

LS09 MZLMOT history

LS09 MZL is a silver diesel Ford Kuga first used on 22 Apr 2009. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 146,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

LS09 MZL silver Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2026
Mileage
146,725 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 MZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
22 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS09 MZL was last recorded at 146,725 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 4,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,225 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,500 miles
Average per year
8,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,725 miles
  • 2025 – 142,225 miles
  • 2024 – 137,471 miles
  • 2023 – 131,821 miles
  • 2022 – 125,915 miles
  • 2021 – 125,183 miles
  • 2020 – 117,940 miles
  • 2019 – 107,534 miles
  • 2018 – 94,976 miles
  • 2017 – 81,015 miles
  • 2016 – 67,360 miles
  • 2015 – 59,090 miles
  • 2014 – 48,233 miles
  • 2013 – 36,483 miles
  • 2012 – 21,909 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,725 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed will not rev (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Clutch anti slip rubber missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,725 miles (+4,500)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,725 miles
    Test number
    405750323645
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed will not rev (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass142,225 miles (+4,754)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    142,225 miles
    Test number
    658205823825
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass137,471 miles (+5,650)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    137,471 miles
    Test number
    784198832961
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass131,821 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    131,821 miles
    Test number
    841736194322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail131,818 miles (+5,903)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,818 miles
    Test number
    390166040597
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass125,915 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    125,915 miles
    Test number
    719189518328
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail125,915 miles (+732)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,915 miles
    Test number
    164512103566
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass125,183 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    125,183 miles
    Test number
    899954958693
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail125,180 miles (+7,240)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,180 miles
    Test number
    756438903652
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working in wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener

  10. Pass117,940 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    117,940 miles
    Test number
    269540205551
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch anti slip missing
    • AdvisoryDamp staain on fuel filler pipes & tank

  11. Fail117,940 miles (+10,406)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,940 miles
    Test number
    662952598064
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch anti slip missing
    • AdvisoryDamp staain on fuel filler pipes & tank

  12. Pass107,534 miles (+12,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,534 miles
    Test number
    861488263130
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip missing

  13. Pass94,976 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    94,976 miles
    Test number
    881129511747
    • AdvisoryClutch anti slip rubber missing

  14. Fail94,976 miles (+13,961)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,976 miles
    Test number
    876504439688
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch anti slip rubber missing

  15. Pass81,015 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    81,015 miles
    Test number
    278403978783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/S & N/S/R Tyre tread 2.5mm.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail81,015 miles (+13,655)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,015 miles
    Test number
    399423038319
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/S & N/S/R Tyre tread 2.5mm.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass67,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    67,360 miles
    Test number
    955381060784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,360 miles (+8,270)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,360 miles
    Test number
    907491170927
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass59,090 miles (+10,857)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,090 miles
    Test number
    428320195053
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass48,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    48,233 miles
    Test number
    666024384076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,233 miles (+11,750)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,233 miles
    Test number
    646694284092
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  22. Pass36,483 miles (+14,574)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,483 miles
    Test number
    989171503197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,909 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    21,909 miles
    Test number
    915848882070
    • NoteNearside front and offside front tyres wearing on inner edge

Questions about LS09 MZL

Does LS09 MZL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 MZL expired on 4 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 MZL?
The MOT on LS09 MZL expired on 4 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 MZL done?
LS09 MZL was recorded at 146,725 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 8,729 miles a year.
Has LS09 MZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 MZL has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS09 MZL 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 LS09 MZL find?
LS09 MZL failed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: emissions unable to be completed will not rev; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front position lamp not working, and 3 more.

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