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N6 FDM

1998 Ford Puma

Blue Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

105,047 mi
Last recorded105,047 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Ford Puma63,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN6 FDM
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 105,047 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 2,790 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 1,342 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 98,718 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 95,234 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 90,494 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 85,771 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 79,683 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 78,957 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 72,354 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 68,391 miles

Body has slight corrosion both sills (6.1.B.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance both front (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 64,015 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 59,369 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 56,460 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 54,819 miles

offside rear brake hose perished

surface corrosion on nearside rear brake pipe

Pass 29 Sep 2011 52,718 miles

nearside front shock damp

Pass 29 Sep 2010 50,889 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 49,443 miles

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

o/s inner drive shaft gaiter leaking

Fail 18 Sep 2009 49,443 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s inner drive shaft gaiter leaking

Pass 8 Aug 2008 48,338 miles

both rear tyres perishing

front number plate cracked

Pass 10 Aug 2007 46,014 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 42,968 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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N6 FDM is a 1998 Ford Puma in Blue with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1998 Ford Puma models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 63,582 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 N6 FDM, 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 28 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 N6 FDM registered?

N6 FDM is a 1998 Ford Puma, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is N6 FDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N6 FDM shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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