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LM51 DZB

2001 Ford Puma

Grey Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

60,036 mi
Last recorded60,036 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 DZB
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 60,036 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 59,938 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 58,678 miles

Slight play found in nearside front strut top mounting

Pass 18 Aug 2022 57,598 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 57,455 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 57,390 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 57,390 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 57,371 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 57,371 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 56,943 miles

Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear exhaust heat sheid insecure

Fail 15 Aug 2018 56,943 miles

Central Front Registration plate missing damaged letters can be misread (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid low (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear exhaust heat sheid insecure

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2016 52,769 miles

child seat fitted

Fail 18 Mar 2016 52,769 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

child seat fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2015 49,549 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 48,252 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 46,415 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 43,294 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 43,281 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 42,332 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 39,825 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 37,128 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 25 Nov 2008 37,128 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 34,289 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 30,409 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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LM51 DZB is a 2001 Ford Puma in Grey with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LM51 DZB, 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.

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What year was LM51 DZB registered?

LM51 DZB is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is LM51 DZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 DZB shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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