2021 Ford Kuga Vignale Phev Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,812 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Ford Kuga Vignale Phev Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 93.6% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.8% | 69 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.1% | 38 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 25 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.7% | 13 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.5% | 9 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.3% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 39 |
| 2 | Washers | 25 |
| 3 | Wipers | 17 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 9 |
| 5 | Linkage ball joints | 9 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 7 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 18.2% | 329 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.6% | 229 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.3% | 115 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.0% | 72 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.8% | 32 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 6 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 782 | 5.4% |
| 30-60k | 771 | 6.4% |
| 60-90k | 219 | 10.1% |
| 90-120k | 30 | 6.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 869 | 4.7% |
| 2025 | 913 | 8.0% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Kuga Vignale Phev Cvt
Before buying a 2021 Ford Kuga Vignale Phev Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.8% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.8% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (2.1% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (1.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Ford Kuga Vignale Phev Cvts pass their MOT?
93.6% of the 1,812 2021 Ford Kuga Vignale Phev Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Ford Kuga Vignale Phev Cvt?
Tyres, recorded in 3.8% of tests, followed by visibility (2.1%).
Does the 2021 Kuga Vignale Phev Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.4% in the 0-30k band to 6.7% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,812 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.