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WM51 AEK

2001 Ford Puma

Red Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,751 mi
Last recorded83,751 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM51 AEK
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 83,751 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear main (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 9 Sep 2015 83,748 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear main (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 77,016 miles

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

nearside front tyre outer edge slightly worn

offside front tyre outer edge slightly worn

offside rear tyre inner edge slightly worn

Pass 18 Aug 2012 72,202 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

high level brake light inop + broken

Pass 15 Aug 2011 64,805 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2010 59,861 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 52,950 miles

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit damaged but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 46,730 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 46,715 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 39,903 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 34,657 miles

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

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)

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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WM51 AEK is a 2001 Ford Puma in Red with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 WM51 AEK, 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 WM51 AEK registered?

WM51 AEK is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is WM51 AEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM51 AEK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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