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Ford Kuga

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,997 cc

R16 HLEMOT history

R16 HLE is a blue diesel Ford Kuga first used on 13 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 8 of 8 MOT tests, with 73,194 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

R16 HLE blue Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
73,194 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
8
8 passed · 0 failed
Per year
7,698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 HLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
13 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 HLE was last recorded at 73,194 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 3,463 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
69,731 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,463 miles
Average per year
7,698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,194 miles
  • 2024 – 69,731 miles
  • 2023 – 65,263 miles
  • 2022 – 60,000 miles
  • 2021 – 46,324 miles
  • 2020 – 35,417 miles
  • 2019 – 22,336 miles
  • 2018 – 19,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,194 miles
  • AdvisoryAdvise general surface corrosion to exposed metal suspension componentsRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Al four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Coil spring corroded All four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 7 Dec 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,194 miles (+3,463)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    73,194 miles
    Test number
    289418857286
    • AdvisoryAdvise general surface corrosion to exposed metal suspension components
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Al four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass69,731 miles (+4,468)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    69,731 miles
    Test number
    335272020536
    • AdvisoryAdvise general surface corrosion to exposed metal suspension components
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass65,263 miles (+5,263)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    65,263 miles
    Test number
    804671525172
    • AdvisoryAdvise general surface corrosion to exposed metal suspension components
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust coupling deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  4. Pass60,000 miles (+13,676)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    60,000 miles
    Test number
    463961727573
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass46,324 miles (+10,907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    46,324 miles
    Test number
    524588494157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass35,417 miles (+13,081)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    35,417 miles
    Test number
    335091497009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass22,336 miles (+2,992)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    22,336 miles
    Test number
    700740673893
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  8. Pass19,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    19,344 miles
    Test number
    723107225661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 HLE

Does R16 HLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 HLE is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on R16 HLE?
The MOT on R16 HLE is valid until 6 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 HLE done?
R16 HLE was recorded at 73,194 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 7,698 miles a year.
Has R16 HLE ever failed its MOT?
No. R16 HLE has passed all 8 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on R16 HLE 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 R16 HLE find?
R16 HLE passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: advise general surface corrosion to exposed metal suspension components; coil spring corroded al four; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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