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R378 XNO

1997 Ford Puma

Blue Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,142 mi
Last recorded3,142 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Ford Puma65,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR378 XNO
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 3,142 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2021 3,142 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 2,657 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both side (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2016 99,568 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 98,442 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 92,432 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 92,432 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)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 86,383 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 80,838 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 80,838 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 72,450 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 72,450 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 65,929 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 61,768 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 58,404 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 54,280 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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R378 XNO is a 1997 Ford Puma in Blue with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R378 XNO, 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 R378 XNO registered?

R378 XNO is a 1997 Ford Puma, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R378 XNO safe to buy?

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