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 2011 Ford Kuga Diesel 1997cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 144,840 miles on the clock, averaging 9,598 miles per year, above 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 GY61 HKX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,840 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 9,598 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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).
G6DG
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY61 HKX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Kuga |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About GY61 HKX
What car is GY61 HKX?
GY61 HKX is a white Ford Kuga, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Brighton in 2011.
What is the mileage of GY61 HKX?
The last recorded mileage for GY61 HKX was 144,840 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY61 HKX passed its MOT?
GY61 HKX has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2025.
Is GY61 HKX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY61 HKX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2011, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GY61 HKX?
GY61 HKX is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.