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FORD KUGA ST-LINE X ED EBLUE MHEV (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,386 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

96%

Total Tests (2024)

1,386

Avg Mileage

28,402 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,482

Is the 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X ED EBLUE MHEV reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.

At 3 years old, 96% of FORD KUGA ST-LINE X ED EBLUE MHEVs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,386 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 28,402 miles.

How does the 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X ED EBLUE MHEV compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars500th out of 3,373(top 15%)
Rank among all FORD models94th out of 1,167(top 8%)
vs national average+14% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+4% (92% avg)
vs FORD average+11% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X ED EBLUE MHEV has 28,402 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.

How much does a 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X ED EBLUE MHEV cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1995cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,482
Per month£124/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 X ED EBLUE MHEV by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
2022100%4014,923 mi
202196%1,38628,402 mi
202092%35233,160 mi

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About the 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X ED EBLUE MHEV

The 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X ED EBLUE MHEV is a family car with a 1995cc diesel engine. 1,386 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 15% of all 2021 cars for reliability.

With an average of 28,402 miles at 3 years old, FORD KUGA ST-LINE X ED EBLUE MHEV owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X ED EBLUE MHEV Fuel Costs

The 1995cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 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 X ED EBLUE MHEV?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X ED EBLUE MHEV

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 X ED EBLUE MHEV

The FORD KUGA ST-LINE X ED EBLUE MHEV is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: