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R767 STF

1997 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2018
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

65,260 mi
Last recorded65,260 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Ford Puma65,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR767 STF
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Fail 28 May 2019 65,260 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 65,127 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

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

Fail 4 Oct 2017 65,126 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 65,110 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 65,110 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 Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Fail 9 Jul 2015 62,793 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

gearbox oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2015 62,793 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

gearbox oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2014 60,675 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2013 58,491 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

oil leak gearbox area

slight corrossion to s outer sill

Pass 10 Jul 2012 55,711 miles

os& ns wipers splitting on ends

front tyres perished on sidewalls

interior mirror insecure

nsf tyre worn inner edge

oil leak engine

oil leak gearbox oil seal

Fail 2 Jul 2012 55,652 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 53,350 miles

n/s & o/s front to rear brake pipes corrosion

n/s & o/s front upper mounts slight wear

n/s & o/s rear axle bushes wear/splitting

n/s/r outer sill corrosion

o/s & n/s front anti roll bar d bushes slight wear

o/s & n/s front tyres bald shoulder

o/s & n/s steering arms/rack slight wear

o/s/r light unit cracked

power steering pump damp

underbody power steering pipes rusty

Fail 13 Jul 2011 53,350 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s & o/s front to rear brake pipes corrosion

n/s & o/s front upper mounts slight wear

n/s & o/s rear axle bushes wear/splitting

n/s/r outer sill corrosion

o/s & n/s front anti roll bar d bushes slight wear

o/s & n/s front tyres bald shoulder

o/s & n/s steering arms/rack slight wear

o/s/r light unit cracked

power steering pump damp

underbody power steering pipes rusty

Pass 6 Jul 2010 51,686 miles

n/s & o/s rear brake pipes corroding

n/s lower outer sill corroding

n/s/f tyre 2.5mm/shoulder wear

n/s/r tyre nail in tread

o/s/f suspension shock absorber slightly leaking

o/s/f tyre 2.5mm/shoulder wear

power steering pipes rusty

power steering pump damp

rear axle mounting bushes splitting/wear

Fail 1 Jul 2010 51,686 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s & o/s rear brake pipes corroding

n/s lower outer sill corroding

n/s/f tyre 2.5mm/shoulder wear

n/s/r tyre nail in tread

o/s/f suspension shock absorber slightly leaking

o/s/f tyre 2.5mm/shoulder wear

power steering pipes rusty

power steering pump damp

rear axle mounting bushes splitting/wear

Pass 14 Jul 2009 50,852 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 50,852 miles

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

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

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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R767 STF is a 1997 Ford Puma in Silver with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R767 STF, 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 R767 STF registered?

R767 STF is a 1997 Ford Puma, first registered on 4 December 1997.

Is R767 STF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R767 STF shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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