FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 111 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
91%
Total Tests (2024)
111
Avg Mileage
21,452 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,350
Is the 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.
At 2 years old, 91% of FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUEs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 111 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 21,452 miles.
How does the 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE has 21,452 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-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 EDITION ECOBLUE?
The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 89%. The 2022 sits between the two at 91%.
How much does a 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE cost to run?
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 EDITION ECOBLUE by Year
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About the 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE
The 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE is a small family car with a 1499cc diesel engine. 111 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 79% of 2022 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 21,452 miles at 2 years old, FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE 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 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE?
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 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE Reliability Trend
The FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE EDITION ECOBLUE
If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- MERCEDES A (2020) 93% pass rate (+2%) from 59,637 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2020) 91% pass rate (same) from 58,336 tests
- BMW 118 (2020) 93% pass rate (+2%) from 38,549 tests
- KIA SPORTAGE (2021) 91% pass rate (same) from 31,542 tests