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 2016 Ford Kuga Petrol 1498cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 103,243 miles on the clock, averaging 11,820 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Ford Kuga issues include tailgate catch/latch knocking and gear lever gaiter wear.
MOT & Mileage History for NL16 WZN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 103,243 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 45 |
| Average per year | 11,820 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | NL16 WZN |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Kuga |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About NL16 WZN
What car is NL16 WZN?
NL16 WZN is an silver Ford Kuga, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2016.
What is the mileage of NL16 WZN?
The last recorded mileage for NL16 WZN was 103,243 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL16 WZN passed its MOT?
NL16 WZN has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2025.
Is NL16 WZN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL16 WZN 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 NL16 WZN?
NL16 WZN is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.