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Ford Kuga

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,997 cc

LU61 EJSMOT history

LU61 EJS is a black diesel Ford Kuga first used on 30 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 72,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

LU61 EJS black Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
72,726 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,921 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU61 EJS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU61 EJS was last recorded at 72,726 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,722 miles · 11 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,921 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,726 miles
  • 2025 – 66,625 miles
  • 2024 – 59,943 miles
  • 2023 – 55,720 miles
  • 2022 – 51,098 miles
  • 2021 – 46,835 miles
  • 2020 – 39,784 miles
  • 2019 – 28,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,726 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

10 tests since 14 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,726 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    72,726 miles
    Test number
    314266429430
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail72,722 miles (+6,097)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,722 miles
    Test number
    571616300061
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • 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))
  3. Pass66,625 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    66,625 miles
    Test number
    201569179192
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail66,625 miles (+6,682)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,625 miles
    Test number
    549385840998
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass59,943 miles (+4,223)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    59,943 miles
    Test number
    755440778920
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin On limits (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass55,720 miles (+4,622)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    55,720 miles
    Test number
    111889336110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass51,098 miles (+4,263)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    51,098 miles
    Test number
    249433872082
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass46,835 miles (+7,051)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    46,835 miles
    Test number
    195723776146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,784 miles (+11,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    39,784 miles
    Test number
    482981352460
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass28,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    28,341 miles
    Test number
    408145128306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU61 EJS

Does LU61 EJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU61 EJS is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU61 EJS?
The MOT on LU61 EJS is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU61 EJS done?
LU61 EJS was recorded at 72,726 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 5,921 miles a year.
Has LU61 EJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU61 EJS has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LU61 EJS 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 LU61 EJS find?
LU61 EJS passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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