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S42 JFX

1998 Ford Puma

Green Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

11,381 mi
Last recorded11,381 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2014
Typical for 1998 Ford Puma63,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS42 JFX
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2014 11,381 miles

Os outer cv boot is perishing

outer sills are becoming corroded

Fail 17 Dec 2014 11,378 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Os outer cv boot is perishing

Sills are becoming corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2013 5,086 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 98,844 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 98,844 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 93,924 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 90,359 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 85,852 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2008 80,969 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 80,965 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

osf inner cv boot slight leak............................................. osf steering rack gaiter slight leak.................... Exhaust corroded.......................... nsr brak pipe corroding

Pass 18 Dec 2007 73,860 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2006 61,154 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 55,851 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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S42 JFX is a 1998 Ford Puma in Green with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 S42 JFX, 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

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What year was S42 JFX registered?

S42 JFX is a 1998 Ford Puma, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S42 JFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S42 JFX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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