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FM02 XZC

2002 Ford Puma

Green Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

105,084 mi
Last recorded105,084 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Puma65,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 XZC
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 105,084 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 104,870 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Top Mount (5.3.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 93,866 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2025 93,866 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 84,134 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres/also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 73,813 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 66,854 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 66,630 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 65,807 miles

Offside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper mount, slightly more movement than for allowance (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 63,494 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 60,538 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 58,703 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 56,816 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 54,019 miles

nearside rear tyre going out of shape

offside rear tyre going out of shape

Pass 3 Jul 2012 52,032 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 49,069 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 45,172 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 40,031 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 34,301 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 30,330 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 26,809 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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FM02 XZC is a 2002 Ford Puma in Green with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FM02 XZC, 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 FM02 XZC registered?

FM02 XZC is a 2002 Ford Puma, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is FM02 XZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 XZC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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