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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.
MOT & Mileage History for ET16 XME
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 45,212 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,203 |
| Average per year | 5,005 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | ET16 XME |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Kuga |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About ET16 XME
What car is ET16 XME?
ET16 XME is an blue Ford Kuga, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.
What is the mileage of ET16 XME?
The last recorded mileage for ET16 XME was 45,212 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET16 XME passed its MOT?
ET16 XME has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2026.
Is ET16 XME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET16 XME 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 ET16 XME?
ET16 XME is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.