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EF16 OWC

2016 Ford Kuga · Petrol · 1498cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2016
FuelPetrol
Engine1498cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 61,704 miles on the clock, averaging 5,972 miles per year, 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 EF16 OWC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
61,704
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2019
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
5,972

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading61,704 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,097
Average per year5,972
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF16 OWC 20k30k41k51k62k '19'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,704 miles
Since last MOT+6,097 miles
PASS
Mileage55,607 miles
Since last MOT+4,644 miles
PASS
Mileage50,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,963 miles
Since last MOT+5,877 miles
PASS
Mileage45,086 miles
Since last MOT+7,268 miles
PASS
Mileage37,818 miles
Since last MOT+6,810 miles
PASS
Mileage31,008 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,003 miles
Since last MOT+5,915 miles
PASS
Mileage25,088 miles
Since last MOT+5,448 miles
PASS
Mileage19,640 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage19,640 miles

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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

RegistrationEF16 OWC
MakeFord
ModelKuga
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1498cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About EF16 OWC

What car is EF16 OWC?

EF16 OWC is an red Ford Kuga, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.

What is the mileage of EF16 OWC?

The last recorded mileage for EF16 OWC was 61,704 miles, recorded on 29 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF16 OWC passed its MOT?

EF16 OWC has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 May 2026.

Is EF16 OWC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF16 OWC 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 EF16 OWC?

EF16 OWC is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.