Ford Kuga Zetec Ecoblue
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 675 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests
675
Highest Pass Rate
2020 (92%)
Years Covered
2
About the Ford Kuga Zetec Ecoblue
The Ford Kuga Zetec Ecoblue was MOT tested 675 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (2020 to 2021), with an average pass rate of 90%. That's comfortably above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list diesel versions.
Best and Worst Years
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 92% from 435 tests. The 2021 model has the lowest at 88%. With just a 4 point gap, pass rates are similar across these years. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2020) averages 26,087 miles, while the newest (2021) averages 35,472 miles.
Compared to the Ford brand average of 85%, the Kuga Zetec Ecoblue performs 5 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Ford range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
Full 2021 detailsHow reliable is the Ford Kuga Zetec Ecoblue?
Ford Kuga Zetec Ecoblue by Year
Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.
Questions about the Ford Kuga Zetec Ecoblue
Is the Ford Kuga Zetec Ecoblue reliable?
Across its 2 model years in our data (2020 to 2021), the Ford Kuga Zetec Ecoblue averages a 90% MOT pass rate, from 675 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 8 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data. The 2020 model has the highest pass rate of the years with at least 100 tests, at 92%.
Which year Ford Kuga Zetec Ecoblue has the best MOT pass rate?
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Ford Kuga Zetec Ecoblue has the highest MOT pass rate at 92%, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 88%, a 4 point gap. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.
Ford Kuga Zetec Ecoblue Guides & Articles
Petrol vs Diesel in 2026: Which Actually Costs Less to Own?
8 min read
Running CostsCheapest Cars to Run in 2026: Running Costs From DVSA MOT Data
9 min read
Running CostsCheapest Cars to Tax in the UK (2026): Complete Guide
10 min read
Buying GuideFord Fiesta Common Problems (2026): What to Check Before Buying
13 min read
ReliabilityFord Puma Common Problems: 7 Issues That Could Cost £1,500+ (2026)
13 min read
Checking a specific Ford Kuga Zetec Ecoblue?
Enter the reg plate to see its individual MOT history, mileage verification, and predicted costs.