Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2018 Ford Kuga Petrol 1498cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 21,735 miles on the clock, averaging 2,484 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Ford Kuga issues include tailgate catch/latch knocking and gear lever gaiter wear.
MOT & Mileage History for NJ68 XCB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 21,735 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 2,484 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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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]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NJ68 XCB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Kuga |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 68 — September 2018 to February 2019 |
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About NJ68 XCB
What car is NJ68 XCB?
NJ68 XCB is an red Ford Kuga, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2018.
What is the mileage of NJ68 XCB?
The last recorded mileage for NJ68 XCB was 21,735 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ68 XCB passed its MOT?
NJ68 XCB has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Jun 2026.
Is NJ68 XCB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ68 XCB 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 NJ68 XCB?
NJ68 XCB is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 68 means registered between 1 September 2018 and 28 February 2019.