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BT02 FMU

2002 Ford Puma

Red Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,921 mi
Last recorded69,921 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Puma65,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT02 FMU
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 69,921 miles

Offside Front tyre has age related cracks 195/50/15

Fail 9 May 2026 69,921 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front tyre has age related cracks 195/50/15

Pass 17 May 2025 69,047 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 66,613 miles

door open warning light on

Fail 11 May 2024 66,612 miles

Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced nearside floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced offside floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

door open warning light on

Pass 18 May 2023 64,205 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 64,202 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2022 61,436 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021 59,062 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 May 2020 58,219 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 55,008 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 52,902 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 49,995 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 47,418 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 44,857 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 41,652 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 37,769 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 34,820 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 32,304 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 29,830 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 26,690 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 23,590 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 20,223 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 16,843 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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BT02 FMU is a 2002 Ford Puma in Red with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BT02 FMU, 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.

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What year was BT02 FMU registered?

BT02 FMU is a 2002 Ford Puma, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is BT02 FMU safe to buy?

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