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S589 XNP

1998 Ford Puma

Black Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,502 mi
Last recorded85,502 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 1998 Ford Puma63,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS589 XNP
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 85,502 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 84,700 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 84,015 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 84,015 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 82,571 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 81,558 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 81,558 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 79,563 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 78,123 miles

Both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 4 Jul 2016 76,589 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 74,795 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 73,084 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 71,179 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 69,080 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 66,469 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 66,469 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2010 63,676 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 May 2009 61,355 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 May 2008 58,164 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 May 2007 53,168 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2006 48,237 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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S589 XNP is a 1998 Ford Puma in Black with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S589 XNP, 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 S589 XNP registered?

S589 XNP is a 1998 Ford Puma, first registered on 24 November 1998.

Is S589 XNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S589 XNP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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