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Ford Kuga

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,997 cc

X21 BUBMOT history

X21 BUB is a blue diesel Ford Kuga first used on 27 Jun 2016. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 94,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2025.

X21 BUB blue Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2026
Mileage
94,799 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2025
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X21 BUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
27 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X21 BUB was last recorded at 94,799 miles on 1 Oct 2025, 9,719 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
85,080 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
9,719 miles
Average per year
10,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,799 miles
  • 2024 – 85,080 miles
  • 2023 – 72,951 miles
  • 2022 – 60,399 miles
  • 2021 – 47,804 miles
  • 2020 – 39,579 miles
  • 2019 – 31,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,799 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 11 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    94,799 miles
    Test number
    762545301434
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail94,792 miles (+9,712)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,792 miles
    Test number
    354033702256
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass85,080 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    85,080 miles
    Test number
    783153734188
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail85,074 miles (+12,123)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,074 miles
    Test number
    466021125454
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass72,951 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,951 miles
    Test number
    464564902161
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail72,944 miles (+12,545)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,944 miles
    Test number
    766043125725
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass60,399 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    60,399 miles
    Test number
    978463838626
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail60,391 miles (+12,587)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,391 miles
    Test number
    653187184557
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass47,804 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    47,804 miles
    Test number
    118379236578
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail47,769 miles (+8,190)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,769 miles
    Test number
    739611704709
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass39,579 miles (+8,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    39,579 miles
    Test number
    876462607790
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass31,048 miles (+3,058)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    31,048 miles
    Test number
    235695304137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,990 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2020
    Odometer
    27,990 miles
    Test number
    967364344141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about X21 BUB

Does X21 BUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X21 BUB expired on 5 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X21 BUB?
The MOT on X21 BUB expired on 5 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X21 BUB done?
X21 BUB was recorded at 94,799 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2025, an average of 10,451 miles a year.
Has X21 BUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X21 BUB has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X21 BUB 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 X21 BUB find?
X21 BUB passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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