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RX02 VZH

2002 Ford Puma

Black Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

88,531 mi
Last recorded88,531 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Puma65,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 VZH
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 88,531 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

no rear seats fitted at the time of test

Fail 13 May 2025 88,530 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

coolant below min

no rear seats fitted at the time of test

Pass 19 Oct 2021 85,565 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 18 Oct 2021 85,565 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 77,336 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 74,398 miles

all wheels are buckled

corrosion to inner and outer sills,floor pans, chassis rails

flexi brake hoses are perished

front lower suspension arm bushes are in very poor condition/worn

front tyres are worn on inner edges to limits

rear suspension trailing arm bushes are in poor condition/worn

wear in all upper suspension mountings

Pass 20 May 2017 64,661 miles

FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES ARE IN POOR CONDITION

REAR SEATS NOT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

REAR TRAILING ARM BUSHES ARE WORN

SURFACE CORROSION TO UNDERSIDE

Fail 19 May 2017 64,661 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES ARE IN POOR CONDITION

REAR SEATS NOT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

REAR TRAILING ARM BUSHES ARE WORN

SURFACE CORROSION TO UNDERSIDE

Pass 14 May 2016 54,642 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 May 2015 45,188 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 37,111 miles

front tyres cracking sidewall to tread area

Pass 1 Mar 2013 29,739 miles

LIGHT SURFACE CORROSION TO UNDERSIDE

WIPER BLADES STARTING TO SPLIT

Pass 3 Mar 2012 25,888 miles

aux belt worn

Pass 7 Feb 2011 23,212 miles

both front suspension lower arms rear bushes debonding

Pass 12 Feb 2010 22,004 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 21,556 miles

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

Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 20,772 miles

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 19,399 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 14,843 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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RX02 VZH is a 2002 Ford Puma in Black with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2002 Ford Puma models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 65,164 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 RX02 VZH, 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 24 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 RX02 VZH registered?

RX02 VZH is a 2002 Ford Puma, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is RX02 VZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 VZH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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