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Ford Kuga

Blue · Diesel · 2017 · 1,499 cc

V5 BARMOT history

V5 BAR is a blue diesel Ford Kuga first used on 23 Jul 2017. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 56,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

V5 BAR blue Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
56,635 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 BAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
23 Jul 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 BAR was last recorded at 56,635 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 7,367 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,268 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,367 miles
Average per year
8,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,635 miles
  • 2025 – 49,268 miles
  • 2024 – 42,592 miles
  • 2023 – 36,324 miles
  • 2022 – 27,065 miles
  • 2021 – 15,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,635 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

9 tests since 15 Jul 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,635 miles (+7,367)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    56,635 miles
    Test number
    258414014346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass49,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    49,268 miles
    Test number
    308586943226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail49,268 miles (+6,676)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,268 miles
    Test number
    548409210919
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  4. Pass42,592 miles (+6,268)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    42,592 miles
    Test number
    887967230390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass36,324 miles (+9,259)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    36,324 miles
    Test number
    393199814580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass27,065 miles (+11,192)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    27,065 miles
    Test number
    912022066729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass15,873 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    15,873 miles
    Test number
    897176280912
    • 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))
  8. Fail15,872 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,872 miles
    Test number
    437692507182
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    873153071218
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about V5 BAR

Does V5 BAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 BAR is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 BAR?
The MOT on V5 BAR is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 BAR done?
V5 BAR was recorded at 56,635 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 8,176 miles a year.
Has V5 BAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 BAR has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on V5 BAR 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 V5 BAR find?
V5 BAR passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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