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PM12 MUL

2012 Ford Kuga · Diesel · 1997cc

Brown Registered in Preston, Preston · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourBrown
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 2012 Ford Kuga Diesel 1997cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 93,685 miles on the clock, averaging 6,422 miles per year, below 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 PM12 MUL

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,685
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,422

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading93,685 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,422
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PM12 MUL 28k44k61k77k94k '15'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,685 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,685 miles
Since last MOT+10,368 miles
PASS
Mileage83,317 miles
Since last MOT+5,178 miles
PASS
Mileage78,139 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,130 miles
Since last MOT+6,225 miles
PASS
Mileage71,905 miles
Since last MOT+5,232 miles
PASS
Mileage66,673 miles
Since last MOT+5,929 miles
PASS
Mileage60,744 miles
Since last MOT+132 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,612 miles
Since last MOT+7,077 miles
PASS
Mileage53,535 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,533 miles
Since last MOT+8,401 miles
PASS
Mileage45,132 miles
Since last MOT+8,600 miles
PASS
Mileage36,532 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,532 miles
Since last MOT+8,796 miles
PASS
Mileage27,736 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

RegistrationPM12 MUL
MakeFord
ModelKuga
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codePM — Preston, Preston
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About PM12 MUL

What car is PM12 MUL?

PM12 MUL is a brown Ford Kuga, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Preston in 2012.

What is the mileage of PM12 MUL?

The last recorded mileage for PM12 MUL was 93,685 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PM12 MUL passed its MOT?

PM12 MUL has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2025.

Is PM12 MUL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PM12 MUL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is PM12 MUL?

PM12 MUL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.