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FV02 HBX

2002 Ford Puma

Blue Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

37,273 mi
Last recorded37,273 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Ford Puma65,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV02 HBX
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 37,273 miles

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

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

underside of vehicle including all components heavily rust protected

Pass 5 Sep 2023 34,414 miles

all underbody components and underbody heavily rust protected

Pass 8 Sep 2022 30,680 miles

all underbody components and all underbody heavily rust protected

Pass 2 Dec 2021 27,699 miles

all brake components heavily rust protected,(grease/oil)

all suspension components heavily rust protected (grease/oil)

underside of vehicle heavily rust protected,(grease/oil)

Fail 1 Dec 2021 27,698 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

all brake components heavily rust protected,(grease/oil)

all suspension components heavily rust protected (grease/oil)

underside of vehicle heavily rust protected,(grease/oil)

Pass 8 Dec 2020 27,363 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all underside of vehicle including components rust protected

Pass 11 Jun 2019 25,753 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 24,070 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 21,450 miles

both front lower arms corroded

Pass 9 May 2016 20,950 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 May 2015 20,471 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 May 2014 20,134 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 19,618 miles

both front lower arms are corroded

Pass 9 May 2012 18,705 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 May 2011 18,524 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 18,362 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 May 2009 17,674 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 17,203 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 17,178 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 16,114 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 13,204 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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FV02 HBX is a 2002 Ford Puma in Blue 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 FV02 HBX, 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 FV02 HBX?

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What year was FV02 HBX registered?

FV02 HBX is a 2002 Ford Puma, first registered on 7 June 2002.

Is FV02 HBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV02 HBX 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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