Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,596 vehicles, the 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT (2021)

1,596 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.2% first-time pass rate

2021 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT

CarHunch analysed 1,596 real MOT records for the 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Ford Kuga ST-Line PHEV CVT is substantially more reliable than the UK average, with a 92.3% first-time MOT pass rate against the national benchmark of 80%—a genuinely impressive result that suggests this hybrid powertrain is proving robust in real-world use. The dangerous defect rate sits at 4.8%, which is acceptably low and shouldn't deter a buyer.

At a median mileage of 31,838 miles for a three-year-old vehicle, these cars are running slightly below the typical use pattern, which may partly explain the strong pass rate. The average vehicle records only 0.21 failures but 2.1 advisories per test, indicating minor wear items crop up regularly while major faults remain uncommon—when shopping, budget for preventive maintenance on consumables but expect the mechanicals to hold up well.

The 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (93.2% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

93.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.21

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

32k

Middle half: 23k–44k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 93.2% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 2.1 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

These stats describe 1,596 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 1,596 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (100%)	1,595	93.2%	0.21

Colour Breakdown

Based on 11,330 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 22.7%

2,577

Blue 20.5%

2,324

Silver 18.9%

2,138

White 12.7%

1,443

Grey 12.7%

1,438

Red 8.4%

955

Green 4%

448

Orange 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

31,838

typical

23,058

low mileage

44,392

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT vehicles fall between 23,058 and 44,392 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 23,058 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 23,058–44,392 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 59,929 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.21

Avg failures per vehicle

2.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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