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S531 SAV

1998 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

1,276 mi
Last recorded1,276 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Ford Puma63,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS531 SAV
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2011 1,276 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2011 42,766 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Fail 12 Aug 2010 33,555 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 33,555 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 30,305 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 30,305 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 26,997 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 22,355 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 12,887 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 3,659 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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S531 SAV is a 1998 Ford Puma in Silver with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 S531 SAV, 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 S531 SAV registered?

S531 SAV is a 1998 Ford Puma, first registered on 9 October 1998.

Is S531 SAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S531 SAV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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