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VK51 XEX

2001 Ford Puma

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

36,622 mi
Last recorded36,622 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK51 XEX
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 36,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 36,608 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush slightly worn (both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 35,281 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2024 35,281 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 34,031 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 33,032 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 33,026 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 32,202 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Sep 2021 32,202 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 31,363 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 30,507 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 30,491 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 29,898 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 29,582 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre inner shoulder (thorn) ()

engine light on

Fail 14 Sep 2017 29,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre inner shoulder (thorn) ()

engine light on

Pass 29 Sep 2016 29,065 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 28,203 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 27,357 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 27 Sep 2014 247,357 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 24 Sep 2013 26,366 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 25,233 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 23,855 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 22,754 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 20,860 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 19,129 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 16,962 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 13,841 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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VK51 XEX is a 2001 Ford Puma in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 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 VK51 XEX, 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

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What year was VK51 XEX registered?

VK51 XEX is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is VK51 XEX safe to buy?

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