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Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI reliable? We analysed 1,601 real MOT tests across 271 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,601 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.9%
Typical Mileage
80,484mi
Annual Mileage
8,804mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI.

Specifications

Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1997cc
Engine
140bhp
Power
10.6sec
0–62 mph
53.3mpg
Combined
139g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1997cc
Power
140 BHP
0–62 mph
10.6 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Black
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
53.3 mpg
Urban
44.8 mpg
Extra-urban
60.1 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1606

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
139 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
21 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,343 mi/yr
Typical
8,804 mi/yr
Average
9,454 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,887 mi/yr

Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
80,484 mi
75th Percentile
104,821 mi
95th Percentile
139,319 mi
Max Recorded
947,701 mi

How Does the Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI THIS CAR 92.9% 1,601 80,484 mi — yrs
Ford Fiesta 72.8% 33,753,820 57,529 mi 34 yrs
Ford Focus 73.8% 28,316,889 72,500 mi 27 yrs
Ford Transit 68.7% 16,371,688 100,614 mi 37 yrs
Mini Moke 74.2% 1,705 28,626 mi 61 yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI?

The Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.9% across 1,601 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI owner drives around 8,804 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI reliable?
Based on 1,601 MOT tests, the Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI has a 92.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI do per year?
The typical Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI does around 8,804 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Kuga Titanium 4X2 TDCI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.