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R960 SBC

1997 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,969 mi
Last recorded95,969 miles
Recorded on4 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Ford Puma65,014 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR960 SBC
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 May 2012 95,969 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 90,023 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 83,248 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 76,415 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 69,008 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 59,041 miles

Rear axle mounting bushes in poor condition.

Pass 20 Jul 2006 57,277 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 54,448 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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R960 SBC is a 1997 Ford Puma in Silver with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R960 SBC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R960 SBC registered?

R960 SBC is a 1997 Ford Puma, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R960 SBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R960 SBC shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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