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Ford Kuga

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,997 cc

T500 DKYMOT history

T500 DKY is a blue diesel Ford Kuga first used on 27 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 126,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
126,178 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 DKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
27 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 DKY was last recorded at 126,178 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,166 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
8,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,178 miles
  • 2024 – 115,858 miles
  • 2023 – 96,098 miles
  • 2022 – 86,694 miles
  • 2021 – 78,149 miles
  • 2020 – 70,028 miles
  • 2018 – 58,242 miles
  • 2017 – 49,745 miles
  • 2016 – 43,234 miles
  • 2015 – 37,182 miles
  • 2014 – 27,726 miles
  • 2013 – 21,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,178 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,178 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    126,178 miles
    Test number
    466213905554
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail126,166 miles (+32)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,166 miles
    Test number
    501267640142
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail126,134 miles (+10,276)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,134 miles
    Test number
    375255163799
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (front bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (front bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass115,858 miles (+9,740)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    115,858 miles
    Test number
    791618421575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,118 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,118 miles
    Test number
    354192194422
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail106,094 miles (+9,996)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,094 miles
    Test number
    717025961909
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass96,098 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,098 miles
    Test number
    145300440300
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail96,078 miles (+9,384)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,078 miles
    Test number
    979278342005
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened d bush bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened d bush bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass86,694 miles (+8,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,694 miles
    Test number
    840832024193
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass78,149 miles (+8,121)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    78,149 miles
    Test number
    534247736834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass70,028 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,028 miles
    Test number
    775690697635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,010 miles (+11,768)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,010 miles
    Test number
    425825698007
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass58,242 miles (+8,497)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    58,242 miles
    Test number
    626141146113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,745 miles (+6,511)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    49,745 miles
    Test number
    361762109850
    • AdvisoryAdvise, front wipers worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass43,234 miles (+6,052)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    43,234 miles
    Test number
    147993548574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,182 miles (+9,456)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    37,182 miles
    Test number
    295073202880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,726 miles (+6,544)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    27,726 miles
    Test number
    265885324375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass21,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    21,182 miles
    Test number
    429260433351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 DKY

Does T500 DKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 DKY is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 DKY?
The MOT on T500 DKY is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 DKY done?
T500 DKY was recorded at 126,178 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 8,635 miles a year.
Has T500 DKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 DKY has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 DKY 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 T500 DKY find?
T500 DKY passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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