Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2016 Ford Kuga Petrol 1498cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 35,517 miles on the clock, averaging 2,604 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Ford Kuga issues include tailgate catch/latch knocking and gear lever gaiter wear.
MOT & Mileage History for AP16 SWZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 35,517 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,290 |
| Average per year | 2,604 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Kuga
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Kuga models (2012–2019), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Tailgate catch/latch knocking
The tailgate catch mechanism wears or loosens, causing play in the latch assembly. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (new catch + labour).[1]
Gear lever gaiter wear
Rubber gaiter around the gear shifter splits or degrades prematurely. · Typical repair: £50-£150 (new gaiter + labour).[1]
Door creaks
Door hinges or seals dry out/wear, causing friction in the door mechanism. · Typical repair: £80-£200 (grease hinges/seals or replace bushes).[1]
Keyless entry door handle sensor failure
Salt/water ingress corrodes sensors in the exterior door handles (keyless models). · Typical repair: £150-£400 (clean/replace handle sensor).[2][3]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AP16 SWZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Kuga |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About AP16 SWZ
What car is AP16 SWZ?
AP16 SWZ is an silver Ford Kuga, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Norwich in 2016.
What is the mileage of AP16 SWZ?
The last recorded mileage for AP16 SWZ was 35,517 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP16 SWZ passed its MOT?
AP16 SWZ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Jun 2026.
Is AP16 SWZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP16 SWZ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AP16 SWZ?
AP16 SWZ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.