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AX51 MXS

2002 Ford Puma

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

86,374 mi
Last recorded86,374 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 Ford Puma65,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX51 MXS
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2021 86,374 miles

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both inner sills - rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 85,701 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 15 Mar 2019 85,593 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 84,623 miles

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 18 Nov 2017 84,623 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 84,011 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 83,405 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/ s/ rear inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 May 2014 80,092 miles

both rear tyres sidewall damaged/cracks.

Pass 2 May 2013 78,661 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 77,551 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 3 May 2012 77,551 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 75,902 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 72,534 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 72,534 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

heater hose broken resulting in total water loss from engine

Pass 9 Sep 2008 69,360 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Sep 2007 65,244 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 60,481 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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AX51 MXS is a 2002 Ford Puma in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX51 MXS, 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 AX51 MXS registered?

AX51 MXS is a 2002 Ford Puma, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is AX51 MXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX51 MXS shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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