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P5 FRP

1998 Ford Puma

Grey Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,240 mi
Last recorded31,240 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Ford Puma63,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 FRP
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2015 31,240 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 127,345 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 24,847 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 22,807 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 11 Feb 2006 2,178 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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P5 FRP is a 1998 Ford Puma in Grey with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P5 FRP, 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

How do I check the history of P5 FRP?

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What year was P5 FRP registered?

P5 FRP is a 1998 Ford Puma, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is P5 FRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P5 FRP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P5 FRP have outstanding finance?

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