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 2012 Ford Kuga Diesel 1997cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 80,021 miles on the clock, averaging 5,447 miles per year, below 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 EN61 VZE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,021 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 5,447 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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
| Registration | EN61 VZE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Kuga |
| Colour | Brown |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EN — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About EN61 VZE
What car is EN61 VZE?
EN61 VZE is an brown Ford Kuga, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EN61 VZE?
The last recorded mileage for EN61 VZE was 80,021 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EN61 VZE passed its MOT?
EN61 VZE has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2026.
Is EN61 VZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN61 VZE 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 EN61 VZE?
EN61 VZE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.