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SG51 TGN

2001 Ford Puma

Blue Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2020
Tests26 (14 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

95,693 mi
Last recorded95,693 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 TGN
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

14 pass 12 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 95,693 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s/r and o/s/r outer panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 95,693 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps 501 (4.7.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s/r and o/s/r outer panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 89,770 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 89,770 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seat area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seat area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 86,741 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r outer sills slight corrosion

Fail 12 Aug 2017 86,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/50/15/82v (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/r and o/s/r outer sills slight corrosion

Pass 14 Sep 2016 83,844 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 Sep 2016 83,844 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner and outer sect (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 3 Sep 2016 83,809 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both rear axel bushes have slight play

nail in both rear tyres

oil leaking from engine area

Pass 11 Sep 2015 80,810 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r inner sill slightly corroded

oil leak

Fail 29 Aug 2015 80,801 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 78,063 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 73,579 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2012 69,697 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Aug 2012 696,396 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2011 64,144 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 64,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 58,723 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 1 Mar 2010 58,723 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 54,340 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 50,166 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 50,166 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 46,000 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Nov 2006 45,942 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 41,759 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 41,759 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SG51 TGN is a 2001 Ford Puma in Blue with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2001 Ford Puma models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 69,595 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SG51 TGN, 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 25 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 SG51 TGN?

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What year was SG51 TGN registered?

SG51 TGN is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is SG51 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG51 TGN shows 26 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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