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MW08 EBG

2008 Ford Kuga · Diesel · 1997cc

Grey Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourGrey
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 181,386 miles on the clock, averaging 9,478 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 MW08 EBG

MOT Status
Due date passed
181,386
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,478

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading181,386 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,289
Average per year9,478
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MW08 EBG 44k78k113k147k181k '11'25'19

Check MW08 EBG

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage181,386 miles
Since last MOT+7,289 miles
PASS
Mileage174,097 miles
Since last MOT+20,478 miles
PASS
Mileage153,619 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,619 miles
Since last MOT+8,113 miles
PASS
Mileage145,506 miles
Since last MOT+11,688 miles
PASS
Mileage133,818 miles
Since last MOT+7,836 miles
PASS
Mileage125,982 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,982 miles
Since last MOT+7,690 miles
PASS
Mileage118,292 miles
Since last MOT+13,650 miles
PASS
Mileage104,642 miles
Since last MOT+13,082 miles
PASS
Mileage91,560 miles
Since last MOT+7,013 miles
PASS
Mileage84,547 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage76,743 miles
Since last MOT+4,637 miles
PASS
Mileage72,106 miles
Since last MOT+13,953 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,153 miles
Since last MOT+14,124 miles
PASS
Mileage44,029 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

RegistrationMW08 EBG
MakeFord
ModelKuga
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MW08 EBG

What car is MW08 EBG?

MW08 EBG is an grey Ford Kuga, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MW08 EBG?

The last recorded mileage for MW08 EBG was 181,386 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MW08 EBG passed its MOT?

MW08 EBG has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 13 Nov 2025.

Is MW08 EBG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW08 EBG 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 MW08 EBG?

MW08 EBG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.