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 Petrol 2521cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 115,360 miles on the clock, averaging 6,720 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 Duratec engine is known for hyda. Common Ford Kuga issues include battery drain from parasitic electrical draw and rear suspension knocking.
MOT & Mileage History for EO12 ELX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,360 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,720 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EO12 ELX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Kuga |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2521cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EO12 ELX
What car is EO12 ELX?
EO12 ELX is an white Ford Kuga, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EO12 ELX?
The last recorded mileage for EO12 ELX was 115,360 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO12 ELX passed its MOT?
EO12 ELX has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2026.
Is EO12 ELX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO12 ELX 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 EO12 ELX?
EO12 ELX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.