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MV51 LYF

2001 Ford Puma

Black Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,353 mi
Last recorded105,353 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2010
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV51 LYF
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2010 105,353 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 105,353 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 101,476 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 95,019 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 91,455 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 85,880 miles

both front brake pipes slightly corroded and pitted.

both front tyres catching inner wheel arches.

nails in both rear tyres.

nearside front tyre has a cut in outer sidewall.

nearside front, nearside rear and offside rear wheels slightly out of shape.

Fail 30 Oct 2007 85,880 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front brake pipes slightly corroded and pitted.

both front tyres catching inner wheel arches.

nails in both rear tyres.

nearside front tyre has a cut in outer sidewall.

nearside front, nearside rear and offside rear wheels slightly out of shape.

Pass 31 Oct 2006 65,685 miles

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

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

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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MV51 LYF is a 2001 Ford Puma in Black with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MV51 LYF, 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 MV51 LYF registered?

MV51 LYF is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is MV51 LYF safe to buy?

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