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Ford Kuga

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,997 cc

S16 BJLMOT history

S16 BJL is a grey diesel Ford Kuga first used on 22 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 116,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

S16 BJL grey Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
116,074 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 BJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
22 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 BJL was last recorded at 116,074 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,074 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,074 miles
  • 2025 – 98,700 miles
  • 2024 – 98,439 miles
  • 2023 – 88,869 miles
  • 2022 – 79,902 miles
  • 2021 – 74,248 miles
  • 2019 – 57,309 miles
  • 2018 – 50,630 miles
  • 2017 – 40,802 miles
  • 2016 – 38,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,074 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small hole in back box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,074 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    116,074 miles
    Test number
    710247894284
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail116,074 miles (+17,374)2 dangerous3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,074 miles
    Test number
    715905337284
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass98,700 miles (+261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    98,700 miles
    Test number
    743842786379
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides upper trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components undersealed

  4. Pass98,439 miles (+519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    98,439 miles
    Test number
    963571017034
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody underseal

  5. Pass97,920 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    97,920 miles
    Test number
    933705553255
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small hole in back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody components corroded

  6. Fail97,917 miles (+9,048)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,917 miles
    Test number
    687615282405
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small hole in back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody components corroded

  7. Pass88,869 miles (+8,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    88,869 miles
    Test number
    748416002772
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass79,902 miles (+48)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    79,902 miles
    Test number
    870489050722
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Fail79,854 miles (+5,606)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,854 miles
    Test number
    112249150294
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge right on its limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass74,248 miles (+16,939)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    74,248 miles
    Test number
    591628100893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  11. Pass57,309 miles (+6,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    57,309 miles
    Test number
    362139544661
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2xRear
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  12. Pass50,630 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    50,630 miles
    Test number
    898760375740
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  13. Fail50,630 miles (+9,828)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,630 miles
    Test number
    922983610631
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  14. Pass40,802 miles (+1,992)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,802 miles
    Test number
    325609747393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,810 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    38,810 miles
    Test number
    738590337122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront discs wearing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S16 BJL

Does S16 BJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 BJL is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 BJL?
The MOT on S16 BJL is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 BJL done?
S16 BJL was recorded at 116,074 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 8,359 miles a year.
Has S16 BJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 BJL has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S16 BJL 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 S16 BJL find?
S16 BJL passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside obligatory mirror slightly loose; nearside rear inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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