Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Ford Kuga Vignale?

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 Vignale?

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 Vignale?

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 Vignale reliable?

Based on MOT data from 145 vehicles, the 2021 Ford Kuga Vignale has a first-time MOT pass rate of 97.2%, 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 Vignale?

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 (2021)

145 real MOT outcomes analysed • 97.2% first-time pass rate

2021 Ford Kuga Vignale

CarHunch analysed 145 real MOT records for the 2021 Ford Kuga Vignale. 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 Vignale is a genuinely reliable proposition—its 96.6% first-time pass rate sits well above the UK average of 80%, and only 0.7% of vehicles analysed have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is negligible. Petrol versions (which make up the vast majority here) achieve a 97.4% pass rate, so fuel type isn't a meaningful consideration for this cohort.

These cars are running light mileage for their age, averaging just 24,536 miles, which partly explains the strong reliability picture—but the real insight is that failures are exceptionally rare at 0.08 per vehicle, while advisories average 1.3, typically minor wear items rather than structural concerns. When shopping for a 2021 Kuga Vignale, ask the seller for a full MOT history to confirm consistent passes, and factor in that these are low-mileage examples where you'll likely need only routine servicing for several years yet.

We have limited data for the 2021 Ford Kuga Vignale — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

97.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

0.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.08

Over 2.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 17k–30k

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These stats describe 145 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 145 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (96%)	139	97.4%	0.08

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Ford Kuga Vignale 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.

23,206

typical

17,442

low mileage

30,191

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Ford Kuga Vignale vehicles fall between 17,442 and 30,191 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 17,442 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.

✓ 17,442–30,191 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Ford Kuga Vignales sit.

⚠ Over 40,757 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

2.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.08

Avg failures per vehicle

1.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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