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Ford Kuga

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,997 cc

LS12 NEOMOT history

LS12 NEO is a black diesel Ford Kuga first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 57,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

LS12 NEO black Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
57,114 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 NEO
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
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 NEO was last recorded at 57,114 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 8,131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
48,983 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,131 miles
Average per year
4,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,114 miles
  • 2025 – 48,983 miles
  • 2024 – 42,397 miles
  • 2023 – 36,306 miles
  • 2022 – 31,637 miles
  • 2020 – 28,486 miles
  • 2019 – 26,422 miles
  • 2018 – 23,748 miles
  • 2017 – 20,387 miles
  • 2016 – 16,078 miles
  • 2015 – 12,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,114 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,114 miles (+8,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    57,114 miles
    Test number
    971485130280
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass48,983 miles (+6,586)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    48,983 miles
    Test number
    989582261790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass42,397 miles (+6,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    42,397 miles
    Test number
    169150042813
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  4. Pass36,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    36,306 miles
    Test number
    647450141969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail36,306 miles (+4,669)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,306 miles
    Test number
    416222886012
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass31,637 miles (+3,151)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    31,637 miles
    Test number
    688383142803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner tread slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner tread slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass28,486 miles (+2,064)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    28,486 miles
    Test number
    870716884294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,422 miles (+2,674)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    26,422 miles
    Test number
    417626370464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass23,748 miles (+3,361)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    23,748 miles
    Test number
    576257714600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass20,387 miles (+4,309)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    20,387 miles
    Test number
    623041181330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass16,078 miles (+3,738)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    16,078 miles
    Test number
    536105150927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass12,340 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    12,340 miles
    Test number
    315669484121
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted.
  13. Fail12,340 miles (+2,324)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,340 miles
    Test number
    931279007862
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right adjuster not working , none ford unit fitted (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted.
  14. Pass10,016 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    10,016 miles
    Test number
    119979375041
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Fail10,016 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,016 miles
    Test number
    669989975020
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS12 NEO

Does LS12 NEO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 NEO is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 NEO?
The MOT on LS12 NEO is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 NEO done?
LS12 NEO was recorded at 57,114 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 4,333 miles a year.
Has LS12 NEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 NEO has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS12 NEO 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 LS12 NEO find?
LS12 NEO passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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