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R339 MFM

1997 Ford Puma

Green Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,393 mi
Last recorded91,393 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Ford Puma65,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR339 MFM
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2012 91,393 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

REAR CHASSIS AND REAR SILLS CORRODED BUT NOT YET TO EXCESS

Fail 6 Nov 2012 91,362 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

REAR CHASSIS AND REAR SILLS CORRODED BUT NOT YET TO EXCESS

Pass 4 Nov 2011 82,702 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 77,551 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 71,379 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 71,371 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 65,954 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 60,052 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 52,792 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2005 46,252 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2005 46,252 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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R339 MFM is a 1997 Ford Puma in Green with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R339 MFM, 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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What year was R339 MFM registered?

R339 MFM is a 1997 Ford Puma, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R339 MFM safe to buy?

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