Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Ford Kuga Vignale HEV 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 Vignale HEV 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 Vignale HEV 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 Vignale HEV CVT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 404 vehicles, the 2022 Ford Kuga Vignale HEV CVT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96.7%, 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 2022 Ford Kuga Vignale HEV 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 Vignale HEV CVT (2022)

404 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96.7% first-time pass rate

2022 Ford Kuga Vignale HEV CVT

CarHunch analysed 404 real MOT records for the 2022 Ford Kuga Vignale HEV 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. 404 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2022 Ford Kuga Vignale HEV CVT is a strong performer, with a 95.3% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—a genuinely reassuring figure for a hybrid model. Dangerous defects are vanishingly rare at just 0.7% of vehicles, so safety concerns shouldn't weigh on your decision.

At around 20,000 miles median mileage, these cars are typical for their age and show minimal wear, with only 0.07 failures per vehicle and 0.4 advisories on average. Before buying, run a full-service history check to confirm the hybrid system components have been properly maintained, as that's where costs can surprise owners if neglected.

The 2022 Ford Kuga Vignale HEV CVT passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (96.7% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

96.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

0.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.07

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

20k

Middle half: 13k–28k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 96.7% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 404 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 404 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.7% 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 2,089 Ford Kuga Vignale HEV CVT vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 23.3%

486

Black 20.1%

419

Red 19.6%

409

Silver 18.6%

388

Grey 15%

314

White 3.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Ford Kuga Vignale HEV 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.

20,093

typical

13,052

low mileage

27,905

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Ford Kuga Vignale HEV CVT vehicles fall between 13,052 and 27,905 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 13,052 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.

✓ 13,052–27,905 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Ford Kuga Vignale HEV CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 37,671 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

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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