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R173 UBT

1997 Ford Puma

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Ford Puma65,014 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR173 UBT
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017
Pass 24 Apr 2015

milage not shown on dash

Pass 31 Mar 2014 20,796 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 20,796 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 20,796 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 20,350 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 20,350 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 19,015 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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R173 UBT is a 1997 Ford Puma in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R173 UBT, 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.

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How do I check the history of R173 UBT?

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What year was R173 UBT registered?

R173 UBT is a 1997 Ford Puma, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R173 UBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R173 UBT shows 8 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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