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DK02 HFE

2002 Ford Puma

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2021
Tests27 (15 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

112,571 mi
Last recorded112,571 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 Ford Puma65,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK02 HFE
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 12 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2021 112,571 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 112,156 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 112,152 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 108,213 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2019 108,213 miles

Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 106,408 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 106,408 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 105,561 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 104,252 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 104,252 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 101,630 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Apr 2014 98,657 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 98,657 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 98,407 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 89,411 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 89,411 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 80,686 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 71,821 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2010 71,821 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 62,805 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 53,576 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 53,574 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 44,528 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2007 44,528 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 35,519 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 35,519 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2005 26,351 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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DK02 HFE is a 2002 Ford Puma in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 DK02 HFE, 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 DK02 HFE registered?

DK02 HFE is a 2002 Ford Puma, first registered on 30 April 2002.

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