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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 109,536 miles on the clock, averaging 8,032 miles per year, around 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 ET12 WZG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 109,536 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,255 |
| Average per year | 8,032 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | ET12 WZG |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Kuga |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2521cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About ET12 WZG
What car is ET12 WZG?
ET12 WZG is an black Ford Kuga, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of ET12 WZG?
The last recorded mileage for ET12 WZG was 109,536 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET12 WZG passed its MOT?
ET12 WZG has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2026.
Is ET12 WZG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET12 WZG 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 ET12 WZG?
ET12 WZG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.