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 2010 Ford Kuga Petrol 2521cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 256,224 miles on the clock, averaging 19,454 miles per year, above 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 ET59 JTO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 256,224 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,958 |
| Average per year | 19,454 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | ET59 JTO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Kuga |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2521cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About ET59 JTO
What car is ET59 JTO?
ET59 JTO is an white Ford Kuga, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2010.
What is the mileage of ET59 JTO?
The last recorded mileage for ET59 JTO was 256,224 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET59 JTO passed its MOT?
ET59 JTO has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2022.
Is ET59 JTO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET59 JTO 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 ET59 JTO?
ET59 JTO is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.