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W488 UOT

2003 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,639 mi
Last recorded58,639 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Puma57,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW488 UOT
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 58,639 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 58,639 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 56,611 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 54,167 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 54,167 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 51,907 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 49,982 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 48,062 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 45,901 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 43,874 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 41,407 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 41,407 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 39,739 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 37,393 miles

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

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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W488 UOT is a 2003 Ford Puma in Silver with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Ford Puma models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 57,296 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 W488 UOT, 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 23 years old, this Ford Puma is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W488 UOT registered?

W488 UOT is a 2003 Ford Puma, first registered on 18 May 2003.

Is W488 UOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W488 UOT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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