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EJ12 AGU

2012 Ford Kuga · Diesel · 1997cc

Brown Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourBrown
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 2012 Ford Kuga Diesel 1997cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 167,352 miles on the clock, averaging 12,741 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for g6dg. Common Ford Kuga issues include battery drain from parasitic electrical draw and rear suspension knocking.

MOT & Mileage History for EJ12 AGU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
167,352
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
12,741

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading167,352 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,710
Average per year12,741
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EJ12 AGU 27k62k97k132k167k '15'26'21

Check EJ12 AGU

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage167,352 miles
Since last MOT+8,710 miles
PASS
Mileage158,642 miles
Since last MOT+7,217 miles
PASS
Mileage151,425 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,425 miles
Since last MOT+10,423 miles
PASS
Mileage141,002 miles
Since last MOT+10,919 miles
PASS
Mileage130,083 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,083 miles
Since last MOT+10,032 miles
PASS
Mileage120,051 miles
Since last MOT+13,042 miles
PASS
Mileage107,009 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,009 miles
Since last MOT+17,491 miles
PASS
Mileage89,518 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,518 miles
Since last MOT+15,268 miles
PASS
Mileage74,250 miles
Since last MOT+18,960 miles
PASS
Mileage55,290 miles
Since last MOT+20,938 miles
PASS
Mileage34,352 miles
Since last MOT+7,299 miles
PASS
Mileage27,053 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Kuga

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Kuga models (2008–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Battery drain from parasitic electrical draw

Faulty modules (like alarm or body control unit) or corroded earth straps keep drawing power when parked, flattening the battery overnight. · Typical repair: £100-250 (new battery + diag/earth clean; £400 if module fault).

Rear suspension knocking (trailing arm bushes and anti-roll bar links)

Rubber bushes on rear trailing arms and droplinks wear prematurely, causing play. · Typical repair: £200-400 (bushes + links, both sides; poly bushes optional for longevity).

Power window regulator failure (front doors)

Plastic runners/gears in door regulators snap from age/use, window drops or won't move. · Typical repair: £150-300 per door (regulator swap, indy garage).

Heater matrix leak (cooling system, non-engine)

Plastic end tanks crack, coolant leaks into cabin via HVAC. · Typical repair: £400-700 (matrix + dash removal, often 6-8hr job).

G6DG

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ12 AGU
MakeFord
ModelKuga
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeEJ — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About EJ12 AGU

What car is EJ12 AGU?

EJ12 AGU is an brown Ford Kuga, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.

What is the mileage of EJ12 AGU?

The last recorded mileage for EJ12 AGU was 167,352 miles, recorded on 25 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EJ12 AGU passed its MOT?

EJ12 AGU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Apr 2026.

Is EJ12 AGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EJ12 AGU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EJ12 AGU?

EJ12 AGU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.