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FX02 VLH

2002 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

158,334 mi
Last recorded158,334 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 Ford Puma65,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX02 VLH
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2015 158,334 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

both inner sills corroding

both rear axle bushes have play

Fail 18 Feb 2014 136,795 miles

Front coil springs corroded

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

O/S/R wheel arch slight corrosion

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear coil springs corroded

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Feb 2014 136,795 miles

Front coil springs corroded

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

O/S/R wheel arch slight corrosion

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear coil springs corroded

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Jan 2013 107,749 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 82,196 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 82,196 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 74,715 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 74,715 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 63,566 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 63,566 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2008 53,598 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 45,092 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 44,997 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 36,823 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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FX02 VLH is a 2002 Ford Puma in Silver with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 FX02 VLH, 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 FX02 VLH registered?

FX02 VLH is a 2002 Ford Puma, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is FX02 VLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX02 VLH shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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