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FORD KUGA ZETEC (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 84 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

95%

Total Tests (2024)

84

Avg Mileage

18,729 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

Is the 2021 FORD KUGA ZETEC reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.

At 3 years old, 95% of FORD KUGA ZETECs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 84 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 18,729 miles.

How does the 2021 FORD KUGA ZETEC compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars1006th out of 3,373(top 30%)
Rank among all FORD models190th out of 1,167(top 16%)
vs national average+13% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+3% (92% avg)
vs FORD average+10% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 FORD KUGA ZETEC has 18,729 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

How much does a 2021 FORD KUGA ZETEC cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1496cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,582
Per month£132/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 ZETEC by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202195%8418,729 mi
202093%13727,193 mi

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About the 2021 FORD KUGA ZETEC

The 2021 FORD KUGA ZETEC is a small family car with a 1496cc petrol engine. 84 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 18,729 miles at 3 years old, FORD KUGA ZETEC owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 FORD KUGA ZETEC 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 2021 FORD KUGA ZETEC?

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 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 FORD KUGA ZETEC

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. Note: with only 84 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2021 FORD KUGA ZETEC

The FORD KUGA ZETEC is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: