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AP51 VZV

2002 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

142,545 mi
Last recorded142,545 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Puma65,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 VZV
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 142,545 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2025 142,545 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2024 137,746 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 124,555 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 124,542 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired both rear (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2017 110,767 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 99,694 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Nov 2015 87,537 miles

oil leak

Fail 19 Nov 2015 87,537 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2014 78,783 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 24 Nov 2014 78,783 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Dec 2013 71,405 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 71,359 miles

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 67,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 58,772 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jan 2011 51,637 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 44,326 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 44,326 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 38,348 miles

nearside rear tyre slghtly perished

Pass 23 Jan 2008 37,171 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 33,878 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 26,159 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

How Reliable is the Ford Puma?

Based on 713,333 MOT tests across 56,808 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,410
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
56,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 62,649
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,167
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,837
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23,649
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20,373
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AP51 VZV is a 2002 Ford Puma in Silver with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Ford Puma models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 65,164 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Puma fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 62,649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP51 VZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Puma typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Ford Puma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP51 VZV registered?

AP51 VZV is a 2002 Ford Puma, first registered on 12 February 2002.

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The MOT history for AP51 VZV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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