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Ford Kuga

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,997 cc

S33 DCNMOT history

S33 DCN is a grey diesel Ford Kuga first used on 13 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 148,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

S33 DCN grey Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
148,213 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 DCN
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
13 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 DCN was last recorded at 148,213 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 8,789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,424 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,789 miles
Average per year
11,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,213 miles
  • 2025 – 139,424 miles
  • 2024 – 127,921 miles
  • 2023 – 113,811 miles
  • 2022 – 103,979 miles
  • 2021 – 91,691 miles
  • 2020 – 80,944 miles
  • 2019 – 62,720 miles
  • 2018 – 53,114 miles
  • 2017 – 41,697 miles
  • 2016 – 29,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,213 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,213 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    148,213 miles
    Test number
    745747060983
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail148,213 miles (+8,789)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,213 miles
    Test number
    459153817845
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted to main beam (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted to main beam (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass139,424 miles (+11,503)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    139,424 miles
    Test number
    971720945538
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass127,921 miles (+14,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    127,921 miles
    Test number
    680763746159
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel/calliper damp
  5. Pass113,811 miles (+9,832)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    113,811 miles
    Test number
    427234244594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,979 miles (+12,288)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    103,979 miles
    Test number
    709641101746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,691 miles (+10,747)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    91,691 miles
    Test number
    922971553168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,944 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    80,944 miles
    Test number
    899483824133
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  9. Fail80,944 miles (+18,224)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,944 miles
    Test number
    629910816743
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both have H.I.D kits fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp level switch working backwards 4 high, 0 low
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  10. Pass62,720 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    62,720 miles
    Test number
    348624375224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail62,719 miles (+9,605)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,719 miles
    Test number
    589216673522
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass53,114 miles (+11,417)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    53,114 miles
    Test number
    307728520543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,697 miles (+12,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    41,697 miles
    Test number
    997633027516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/55/17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/55/17 (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass29,631 miles (+152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,631 miles
    Test number
    713260246618
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  15. Fail29,479 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,479 miles
    Test number
    639228663487
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about S33 DCN

Does S33 DCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 DCN is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 DCN?
The MOT on S33 DCN is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 DCN done?
S33 DCN was recorded at 148,213 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 11,898 miles a year.
Has S33 DCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 DCN has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S33 DCN 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 S33 DCN find?
S33 DCN passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: handbrake has little reserve travel; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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