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Ford Kuga

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,997 cc

V5 GELMOT history

V5 GEL is a silver diesel Ford Kuga first used on 29 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 122,461 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

V5 GEL silver Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
122,461 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 GEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 GEL was last recorded at 122,461 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 6,803 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
115,658 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,803 miles
Average per year
8,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,461 miles
  • 2025 – 115,658 miles
  • 2024 – 108,396 miles
  • 2023 – 100,100 miles
  • 2022 – 95,875 miles
  • 2021 – 91,104 miles
  • 2020 – 87,792 miles
  • 2019 – 77,576 miles
  • 2018 – 66,255 miles
  • 2017 – 55,523 miles
  • 2016 – 43,320 miles
  • 2015 – 31,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,461 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both rears (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    122,461 miles
    Test number
    923203057827
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both rears (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail122,461 miles (+6,803)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,461 miles
    Test number
    936783159203
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both headlights (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both rears (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,658 miles (+7,262)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    115,658 miles
    Test number
    602811685818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  4. Pass108,396 miles (+8,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    108,396 miles
    Test number
    760688691018
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass100,100 miles (+4,225)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    100,100 miles
    Test number
    944982003034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,875 miles (+4,771)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    95,875 miles
    Test number
    745430797505
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass91,104 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    91,104 miles
    Test number
    478123508589
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail91,103 miles (+3,311)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,103 miles
    Test number
    625497820412
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (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))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass87,792 miles (+10,216)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    87,792 miles
    Test number
    830396897757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,576 miles (+11,321)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,576 miles
    Test number
    872356460603
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Door mirror casing damaged, repaired with gaffer tape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Link arm bushes starting to deteriorate on both sides of vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm bushes starting to deteriorate on both sides of vehicle

  11. Pass66,255 miles (+10,732)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,255 miles
    Test number
    364750317808
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear link arm rubber bushes starting to unbound
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear link arm rubber bushes starting to unbound
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear trailing arm rubber bush starting to unbound
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass55,523 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    55,523 miles
    Test number
    626255889962
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both pads (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both pads (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail55,523 miles (+12,203)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,523 miles
    Test number
    290361046032
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both pads (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both pads (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass43,320 miles (+11,565)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    43,320 miles
    Test number
    468420093112
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades slightly smeary
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter distorted but not damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass31,755 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    31,755 miles
    Test number
    228236725175
    • NoteCut to near side rear tyre tread

Questions about V5 GEL

Does V5 GEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 GEL is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 GEL?
The MOT on V5 GEL is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 GEL done?
V5 GEL was recorded at 122,461 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 8,320 miles a year.
Has V5 GEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 GEL has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V5 GEL 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 GEL find?
V5 GEL passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both rears; oil leak, but not excessive.

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