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X256 RPU

2000 Ford Puma

Blue Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,355 mi
Last recorded43,355 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Ford Puma74,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX256 RPU
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 43,355 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 43,199 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 May 2025 43,199 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 42,456 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 42,068 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 41,834 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 41,682 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 41,552 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 41,552 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2019 41,144 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 40,967 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 40,837 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 40,535 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 40,373 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 40,169 miles

slight corrosion on inner faces of front brake discs

Pass 18 Apr 2013 39,931 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 39,742 miles

off side rear sill corroded.

Pass 3 Mar 2011 39,255 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 38,768 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 38,330 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 38,326 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 37,138 miles

exhaust in poor condition

Pass 30 Nov 2006 35,765 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2005 34,453 miles

exhaust corroded

tyres showing signs of wear

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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X256 RPU is a 2000 Ford Puma in Blue with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 Ford Puma models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 74,235 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 X256 RPU, 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 26 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 X256 RPU registered?

X256 RPU is a 2000 Ford Puma, first registered on 17 November 2000.

Is X256 RPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X256 RPU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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