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FH51 JMU

2002 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,819 mi
Last recorded56,819 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Puma65,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH51 JMU
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 56,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

under body corrosion visible (age related)

Fail 16 Dec 2025 56,794 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2024 55,852 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2024 55,850 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 52,873 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 51,639 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 49,594 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 48,524 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 46,719 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 46,719 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired arch at chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 43,625 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 40,485 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 37,438 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 34,108 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 30,465 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 28,368 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 26,166 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 24,031 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 22,222 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 19,687 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 17,511 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 14,317 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 12,482 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 10,823 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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FH51 JMU is a 2002 Ford Puma in Silver 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 FH51 JMU, 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 FH51 JMU registered?

FH51 JMU is a 2002 Ford Puma, first registered on 8 January 2002.

Is FH51 JMU safe to buy?

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