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FJ02 VZG

2002 Ford Puma

Black Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

58,890 mi
Last recorded58,890 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Puma65,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ02 VZG
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 58,890 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 58,552 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 58,149 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 57,596 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 56,837 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 55,748 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 54,509 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front wing corroded but not dangerous

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 52,517 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 50,801 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint slight play (2.5.B.1a)

rear eye level light ? inop

Pass 11 Mar 2017 50,113 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 49,309 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 48,579 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 48,573 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 47,849 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 47,849 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 47,127 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 46,250 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 45,205 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 43,805 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 38,697 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 34,028 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 28,777 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 23,220 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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FJ02 VZG is a 2002 Ford Puma in Black with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 FJ02 VZG, 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

How do I check the history of FJ02 VZG?

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What year was FJ02 VZG registered?

FJ02 VZG is a 2002 Ford Puma, first registered on 13 March 2002.

Is FJ02 VZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ02 VZG shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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