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GU02 XAP

2002 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,403 mi
Last recorded29,403 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Puma65,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU02 XAP
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 29,403 miles

All tyres light cracking perishing

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 28,967 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 28,408 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 28,407 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 26,971 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 11 Oct 2018 26,971 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 24,759 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 22,883 miles

Front brake discs have corrosion

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 22,099 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 19,867 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 19,371 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 19,371 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 19,094 miles

both rear tyres have cuts in tyre tread

Pass 14 Mar 2011 19,058 miles

both rear tyres have cuts in tyre tread

Fail 11 Mar 2011 19,058 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both rear tyres have cuts in tyre tread

Pass 1 Mar 2010 18,601 miles

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

slight cuts in both front tyre tread

Pass 6 Jan 2009 18,473 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 18,473 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 18,074 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 17,708 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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GU02 XAP is a 2002 Ford Puma in Silver with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GU02 XAP, 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 GU02 XAP registered?

GU02 XAP is a 2002 Ford Puma, first registered on 10 May 2002.

Is GU02 XAP safe to buy?

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