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Ford Kuga

Grey · Petrol · 2018 · 1,498 cc

S23 DSMMOT history

S23 DSM is a grey petrol Ford Kuga first used on 13 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 33,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

S23 DSM grey Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
33,044 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,573 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 DSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
13 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 DSM was last recorded at 33,044 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 3,720 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,324 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,720 miles
Average per year
4,573 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 33,044 miles
  • 2024 – 29,324 miles
  • 2023 – 21,209 miles
  • 2022 – 16,351 miles
  • 2021 – 11,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,044 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

8 tests since 16 Feb 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,044 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    33,044 miles
    Test number
    802371199532
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  2. Fail33,044 miles (+3,720)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,044 miles
    Test number
    376440678867
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  3. Pass29,324 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    29,324 miles
    Test number
    694505363902
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  4. Fail29,293 miles (+8,084)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,293 miles
    Test number
    941600120694
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/50 18 continental (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  5. Pass21,209 miles (+4,858)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    21,209 miles
    Test number
    670720780869
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted
  6. Pass16,351 miles (+2,070)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    16,351 miles
    Test number
    806026943569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass14,281 miles (+2,895)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    14,281 miles
    Test number
    565583024994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass11,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    11,386 miles
    Test number
    190350905235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S23 DSM

Does S23 DSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 DSM is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S23 DSM?
The MOT on S23 DSM is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 DSM done?
S23 DSM was recorded at 33,044 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 4,573 miles a year.
Has S23 DSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 DSM has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S23 DSM 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 S23 DSM find?
S23 DSM passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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