CarVerify

Free Car Check

NX53 ATZ

2003 Ford Puma

Blue Petrol 1679cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

66,205 mi
Last recorded66,205 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Puma57,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX53 ATZ
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2012 66,205 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 47,321 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 18 Aug 2011 47,321 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 40,006 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 40,004 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 25,990 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 9,599 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 9,576 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 5,420 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 5,420 miles

Brake pedal actuating lever has abnormal movement indicating maladjustment or excessive wear (3.3.A.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (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
Full Ford Puma reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NX53 ATZ is a 2003 Ford Puma in Blue with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Ford Puma models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 57,296 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NX53 ATZ, 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 23 years old, this Ford Puma is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NX53 ATZ?

You can check the full history of NX53 ATZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NX53 ATZ registered?

NX53 ATZ is a 2003 Ford Puma, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is NX53 ATZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX53 ATZ shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NX53 ATZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NX53 ATZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.