Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 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 2022 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 2022 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 2022 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,681 vehicles, the 2022 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96.5%, 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 2022 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 (2022)

2,681 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96.5% first-time pass rate

2022 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT

CarHunch analysed 2,681 real MOT records for the 2022 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 2022 Ford Kuga ST-Line PHEV CVT is a reliable performer, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.6%—well above the UK average of 80%—and only 1.8% of vehicles ever showing dangerous defects, which is reassuringly low for buyer peace of mind. The hybrid-electric powertrain shows no meaningful pass rate variation, staying consistent at 93.7%.

At 27,403 miles median and 32,218 miles average, these vehicles are running light for their age, which directly explains why they're failing so rarely: the average car has just 0.07 failures per test and only 0.7 advisories. If you're considering one, focus your pre-purchase inspection on the battery health and electrical systems rather than mechanical wear, since mileage-related deterioration simply hasn't had time to take hold yet.

The 2022 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (96.5% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

96.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

1.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.07

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

27k

Middle half: 19k–41k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 96.5% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 2,681 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 2,681 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1.8% 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%)	2,680	96.5%	0.07

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 2022 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.

27,403

typical

19,268

low mileage

40,555

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVT vehicles fall between 19,268 and 40,555 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 19,268 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.

✓ 19,268–40,555 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Ford Kuga ST Line PHEV CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 54,749 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.07

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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