FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITION (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 49 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
49
Avg Mileage
17,943 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITION 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 2 years old, 96% of FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITIONs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 49 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 17,943 miles.
How does the 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITION compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITION has 17,943 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 X EDITION?
The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 92%. The 2022 sits between the two at 96%.
How much does a 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITION 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 X EDITION by Year
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About the 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITION
The 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITION is a small family car with a 1496cc petrol engine. 49 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 17,943 miles at 2 years old, FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITION owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITION Fuel Costs
The 1496cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITION?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 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.
Alternatives to the 2022 FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITION
The FORD KUGA ST-LINE X EDITION is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-3%) from 52,321 tests
- MERCEDES A (2021) 94% pass rate (-2%) from 37,477 tests
- MINI COOPER (2020) 93% pass rate (-3%) from 34,513 tests
- FORD FIESTA (2020) 91% pass rate (-5%) from 34,173 tests