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EU08 UPB

2008 Ford Kuga · Diesel · 1997cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2008 Ford Kuga Diesel 1997cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 106,879 miles on the clock, averaging 7,283 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 EU08 UPB

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,879
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2011
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,283

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading106,879 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year7,283
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU08 UPB 15k38k61k84k107k '11'24'15

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,879 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,876 miles
Since last MOT+603 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,273 miles
Since last MOT+624 miles
PASS
Mileage105,649 miles
Since last MOT+15,273 miles
PASS
Mileage90,376 miles
Since last MOT+15,879 miles
PASS
Mileage74,497 miles
Since last MOT+8,982 miles
PASS
Mileage65,515 miles
Since last MOT+4,008 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,507 miles
Since last MOT+8,251 miles
PASS
Mileage53,256 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,255 miles
Since last MOT+12,271 miles
PASS
Mileage40,984 miles
Since last MOT+10,899 miles
PASS
Mileage30,085 miles
Since last MOT+14,714 miles
PASS
Mileage15,371 miles

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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

RegistrationEU08 UPB
MakeFord
ModelKuga
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EU08 UPB

What car is EU08 UPB?

EU08 UPB is an blue Ford Kuga, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EU08 UPB?

The last recorded mileage for EU08 UPB was 106,879 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU08 UPB passed its MOT?

EU08 UPB has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2024.

Is EU08 UPB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU08 UPB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EU08 UPB?

EU08 UPB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.