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R129 ACC

1998 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,550 mi
Last recorded34,550 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2009
Typical for 1998 Ford Puma63,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 ACC
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2009 34,550 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 34,432 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 23,159 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 16,040 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 4,474 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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R129 ACC is a 1998 Ford Puma in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R129 ACC, 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 R129 ACC?

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What year was R129 ACC registered?

R129 ACC is a 1998 Ford Puma, first registered on 18 May 1998.

Is R129 ACC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R129 ACC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R129 ACC have outstanding finance?

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