Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Ford Kuga Titanium Frst Ed 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 Titanium Frst Ed 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 Titanium Frst Ed 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 Titanium Frst Ed PHEV CVT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 317 vehicles, the 2021 Ford Kuga Titanium Frst Ed PHEV CVT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.7%, 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 Titanium Frst Ed 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 Titanium Frst Ed PHEV CVT (2021)

317 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.7% first-time pass rate

2021 Ford Kuga Titanium Frst Ed PHEV CVT

CarHunch analysed 317 real MOT records for the 2021 Ford Kuga Titanium Frst Ed 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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Moderate sample. 317 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2021 Ford Kuga PHEV is a strong performer in the MOT booth, with a 94.1% first-time pass rate that comfortably beats the UK average of 80%—and only 4.4% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low. This is a relatively young cohort running at modest mileage (median 29,159 miles), so it's too early to draw firm conclusions about long-term durability, but the early signs are genuinely positive.

When failures do occur, they're infrequent (0.18 per vehicle on average), and advisories are routine rather than alarming (1.5 per vehicle), suggesting the hybrid powertrain is behaving itself so far. If you're considering one, check the service history carefully to confirm the hybrid battery has been properly maintained, as that's where these vehicles can surprise owners with bills later on.

The 2021 Ford Kuga Titanium Frst Ed PHEV CVT passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (94.7% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

94.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.18

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

29k

Middle half: 21k–39k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 94.7% 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 1.5 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

These stats describe 317 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 317 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (99%)	314	94.6%	0.18

Colour Breakdown

Based on 744 Ford Kuga Titanium Frst Ed PHEV CVT vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 67.2%

500

Blue 10.3%

Black 9.5%

Red 5.1%

Silver 4.4%

White 3.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Ford Kuga Titanium Frst Ed 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.

29,159

typical

21,136

low mileage

39,372

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Ford Kuga Titanium Frst Ed PHEV CVT vehicles fall between 21,136 and 39,372 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 21,136 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.

✓ 21,136–39,372 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Ford Kuga Titanium Frst Ed PHEV CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 53,152 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

0.18

Avg failures per vehicle

1.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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