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GX51 LVG

2001 Ford Puma

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,773 mi
Last recorded70,773 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 LVG
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2013 70,773 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front brake hoses slightly deteriated

offside rear tyre getting close to legal limit

Pass 4 Aug 2012 63,140 miles

rear axle bushes worn knocking

Pass 19 Aug 2011 55,225 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front and rear coil springs corroded

front wiper blades split

n/s/r tyre tread on 2mm

Pass 1 Sep 2010 51,287 miles

both front suspension lower arm inner rear bushes cracking

corrosion on rear coil springs

nearside rear tyre depth low

slight damage to nearside rear wheel rim on inner edge

Pass 2 Sep 2009 47,332 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Aug 2009 47,310 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 40,557 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 40,557 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 34,603 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 29,257 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 1 Sep 2006 29,257 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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GX51 LVG is a 2001 Ford Puma in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Ford Puma models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 69,595 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 GX51 LVG, 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 25 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 GX51 LVG registered?

GX51 LVG is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GX51 LVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX51 LVG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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