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R128 BNM

1998 Ford Puma

Blue Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

2,923 mi
Last recorded2,923 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Ford Puma63,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR128 BNM
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 2,923 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 2,604 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 1,379 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 608 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 246 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 244 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 32,653 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016
Pass 15 Aug 2014 30,455 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 29,637 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 29,195 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 28,403 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 27,326 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 26,662 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 25,936 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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R128 BNM is a 1998 Ford Puma in Blue with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R128 BNM, 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.

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What year was R128 BNM registered?

R128 BNM is a 1998 Ford Puma, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R128 BNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R128 BNM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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