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R103 UKP

1997 Ford Puma

Black Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,235 mi
Last recorded20,235 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2007
Typical for 1997 Ford Puma65,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 UKP
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2007 20,235 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 20,235 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear wiper blade worn out

Pass 7 Aug 2006 16,454 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

nearside sill slightly corroded

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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R103 UKP is a 1997 Ford Puma in Black with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Puma models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 65,014 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 R103 UKP, 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 29 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 R103 UKP registered?

R103 UKP is a 1997 Ford Puma, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R103 UKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R103 UKP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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