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AV02 FVJ

2002 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

106,212 mi
Last recorded106,212 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 Ford Puma65,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 FVJ
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2014 106,212 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 100,516 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 24 Oct 2013 100,516 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 5 Oct 2012 95,678 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 95,678 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 91,986 miles

o/s and n/s front discs slightly pitted,o/s and n/s rear top mount has play

Pass 7 Jan 2011 89,231 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 87,782 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 84,170 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 80,002 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 65,072 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 43,623 miles

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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AV02 FVJ is a 2002 Ford Puma in Silver with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AV02 FVJ, 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 AV02 FVJ registered?

AV02 FVJ is a 2002 Ford Puma, first registered on 17 May 2002.

Is AV02 FVJ safe to buy?

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