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R963 OEO

1998 Ford Puma

Black Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,120 mi
Last recorded83,120 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2009
Typical for 1998 Ford Puma63,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR963 OEO
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2009 83,120 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008
Fail 1 Dec 2008

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 74,683 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 68,710 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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R963 OEO is a 1998 Ford Puma in Black with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Ford Puma models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 63,582 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 R963 OEO, 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 28 years old, this Ford Puma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R963 OEO?

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What year was R963 OEO registered?

R963 OEO is a 1998 Ford Puma, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R963 OEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R963 OEO shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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