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X226 MGS

2001 Ford Puma

Green Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

95,629 mi
Last recorded95,629 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX226 MGS
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 95,629 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 85,815 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 85,815 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 85,748 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 76,353 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 76,169 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2019 76,041 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back pipes coverd in copper slip (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coverd in copper slip (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coverd in copper slip (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 75,813 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 75,813 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 75,554 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 75,513 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 75,197 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jan 2014 74,498 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jan 2013 72,463 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 72,414 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 6 Jan 2012 63,460 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 63,460 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 59,396 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 55,428 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 49,880 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 44,130 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 11 Dec 2007 44,130 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 38,426 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front tyres wearing on inside edge.

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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X226 MGS is a 2001 Ford Puma in Green with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 X226 MGS, 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 X226 MGS registered?

X226 MGS is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 8 January 2001.

Is X226 MGS safe to buy?

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