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FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 269 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

93%

Total Tests (2024)

269

Avg Mileage

29,217 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,350

Is the 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.

At 3 years old, 93% of FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 269 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 29,217 miles.

How does the 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars1654th out of 3,373(top 49%)
Rank among all FORD models307th out of 1,167(top 26%)
vs national average+11% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+1% (92% avg)
vs FORD average+8% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO has 29,217 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 93%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1499cc)
£905
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,350
Per month£113/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202193%26929,217 mi
202095%31427,656 mi

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About the 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO

The 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO is a small family car with a 1499cc diesel engine. 269 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 29,217 miles at 3 years old, FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO Fuel Costs

The 1499cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,350 (£113/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

Alternatives to the 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO

The FORD KUGA ST-LINE ECOBLUE AUTO is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel small family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: