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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 43,395 miles on the clock, averaging 4,004 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 EK16 ZNU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 43,395 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,323 |
| Average per year | 4,004 |
| 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 | EK16 ZNU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Kuga |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About EK16 ZNU
What car is EK16 ZNU?
EK16 ZNU is an silver Ford Kuga, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.
What is the mileage of EK16 ZNU?
The last recorded mileage for EK16 ZNU was 43,395 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK16 ZNU passed its MOT?
EK16 ZNU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Jan 2026.
Is EK16 ZNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK16 ZNU 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 EK16 ZNU?
EK16 ZNU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.