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At a glance
This 2017 Ford Kuga Petrol 1498cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 51,516 miles on the clock, averaging 3,139 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 WJ17 HYK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,516 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,597 |
| Average per year | 3,139 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | WJ17 HYK |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Kuga |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WJ — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About WJ17 HYK
What car is WJ17 HYK?
WJ17 HYK is a silver Ford Kuga, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Exeter in 2017.
What is the mileage of WJ17 HYK?
The last recorded mileage for WJ17 HYK was 51,516 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WJ17 HYK passed its MOT?
WJ17 HYK has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Jun 2026.
Is WJ17 HYK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WJ17 HYK 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 WJ17 HYK?
WJ17 HYK is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.