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X231 OVX

2001 Ford Puma

Black Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

135,170 mi
Last recorded135,170 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX231 OVX
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 135,170 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 122,741 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 110,914 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 104,005 miles

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

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2012 98,388 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 93,849 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2011 93,849 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 91,183 miles

front & rear number plates are non stardard , advise replacement

Pass 30 Jan 2009 83,835 miles

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

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2008 76,902 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 64,462 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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X231 OVX is a 2001 Ford Puma in Black with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X231 OVX, 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 X231 OVX registered?

X231 OVX is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 7 February 2001.

Is X231 OVX safe to buy?

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