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

Based on MOT data from 1,055 vehicles, the 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line X PHEV CVT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.2%, 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 X 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 X PHEV CVT (2021)

1,055 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.2% first-time pass rate

2021 Ford Kuga ST Line X PHEV CVT

CarHunch analysed 1,055 real MOT records for the 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line X 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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This 2021 Kuga PHEV is considerably more reliable than the UK average, with a 93.2% first-time pass rate against the typical 80%, and only 4.4% of vehicles ever flagged for a dangerous defect—well below concern territory. The low failure count of 0.2 per vehicle suggests these are fundamentally sound cars that make it through testing with minimal structural or safety problems.

At roughly 30,000 miles for a three-year-old car, these Kugas sit right where you'd expect them, and the 1.9 advisories per vehicle point to minor wear items rather than systemic issues. When shopping for one, prioritise a full service history and a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the hybrid battery and cooling system, since those are typically the pricier components to replace on PHEVs.

The 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line X PHEV CVT passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (94.2% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

94.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.2

Over 2.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

30k

Middle half: 22k–39k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 94.2% 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 1.9 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

These stats describe 1,055 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 1,055 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.4% 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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Colour Breakdown

Based on 13,710 Ford Kuga ST Line X PHEV CVT vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 21.9%

2,997

Blue 19.7%

2,695

Silver 17.6%

2,407

White 12.9%

1,769

Grey 11.5%

1,580

Green 8.8%

1,210

Red 7.5%

1,034

Orange 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line X 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.

29,714

typical

22,446

low mileage

38,779

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line X PHEV CVT vehicles fall between 22,446 and 38,779 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 22,446 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.

✓ 22,446–38,779 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line X PHEV CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 52,351 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2021 Ford Kuga ST Line X PHEV CVT — Still on the Road

Almost all 2021 Ford Kuga ST Line X PHEV CVTs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 1,030 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.2

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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