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GU16 XKL

2016 Ford Kuga · Diesel · 1997cc

Blue Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
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 2016 Ford Kuga Diesel 1997cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 66,661 miles on the clock, averaging 7,644 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for g6dg. Common Ford Kuga issues include tailgate catch/latch knocking and gear lever gaiter wear.

MOT & Mileage History for GU16 XKL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
66,661
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2019
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,644

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading66,661 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,478
Average per year7,644
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU16 XKL 13k26k40k53k67k '19'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,661 miles
Since last MOT+1,478 miles
PASS
Mileage65,183 miles
Since last MOT+3,387 miles
PASS
Mileage61,796 miles
Since last MOT+4,116 miles
PASS
Mileage57,680 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,680 miles
Since last MOT+16,985 miles
PASS
Mileage40,695 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,695 miles
Since last MOT+13,017 miles
PASS
Mileage27,678 miles
Since last MOT+10,819 miles
PASS
Mileage16,859 miles
Since last MOT+3,772 miles
PASS
Mileage13,087 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage13,087 miles

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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]

G6DG

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU16 XKL
MakeFord
ModelKuga
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About GU16 XKL

What car is GU16 XKL?

GU16 XKL is a blue Ford Kuga, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Brighton in 2016.

What is the mileage of GU16 XKL?

The last recorded mileage for GU16 XKL was 66,661 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU16 XKL passed its MOT?

GU16 XKL has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2026.

Is GU16 XKL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU16 XKL is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is GU16 XKL?

GU16 XKL is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.