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X556 EVO

2001 Ford Puma

Green Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

144,013 mi
Last recorded144,013 miles
Recorded on18 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX556 EVO
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2013 144,013 miles

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

Oil leak

gearbox leak

Pass 10 May 2012 129,154 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 158,969 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 4 May 2011 120,174 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2010 112,255 miles

(2.4G.1)The nearside rear suspension top mounting has lift/movement present

(2.4G.1)The offside rear suspension top mounting has lift/movement present

(2d)Items left within the boot should be removed prior to presenting for the mot test

(5.1B.6)The nearside lower outer sill to 'B' post has corrosion present which has not yet reached test failure criteria

(6.4.1)The nearside rear outer wheel arch has corrosion forming which has not yet reached test failure criteria

(6.4.1)The offside rear outer wheel arch has corrosion forming which has not yet reached test failure criteria

(8.1.1a)The offside door mirror housing internally may be damaged

(8.2.2)The offside wiper blade is noisy in operation

(8.2.3)The nearside windscreen washers 'one of two' do not provide any liquid to clear the windscreen in conjunction with the wiper blade

(8.3.1a)The windscreen zone A has damage present less than 010mm diameter

(8.3.1e)The bracket secured to the windscreen should not be fitted if the devices when fitted to it are greater than 040mm diameter

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Presence of engine oil indicating a leak present

Two Litres of engine oil supplied to engine to allow the mot test to be carried out safety, it appears that the level is still below the manufacturer recommendations

Pass 14 May 2010 112,255 miles

(2.4G.1)The nearside rear suspension top mounting has lift/movement present

(2.4G.1)The offside rear suspension top mounting has lift/movement present

(2d)Items left within the boot should be removed prior to presenting for the mot test

(5.1B.6)The nearside lower outer sill to 'B' post has corrosion present which has not yet reached test failure criteria

(6.4.1)The nearside rear outer wheel arch has corrosion forming which has not yet reached test failure criteria

(6.4.1)The offside rear outer wheel arch has corrosion forming which has not yet reached test failure criteria

(8.1.1a)The offside door mirror housing internally may be damaged

(8.2.2)The offside wiper blade is noisy in operation

(8.2.3)The nearside windscreen washers 'one of two' do not provide any liquid to clear the windscreen in conjunction with the wiper blade

(8.3.1a)The windscreen zone A has damage present less than 010mm diameter

(8.3.1e)The bracket secured to the windscreen should not be fitted if the devices when fitted to it are greater than 040mm diameter

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Presence of engine oil indicating a leak present

Two Litres of engine oil supplied to engine to allow the mot test to be carried out safety, it appears that the level is still below the manufacturer recommendations

Pass 23 Apr 2009 104,029 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 103,974 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 97,524 miles

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

O/s/r tyre distoreted in tread area.

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

Fail 9 May 2007 83,202 miles

Nearside Front 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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 May 2007 83,202 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2006 66,302 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 66,302 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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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X556 EVO is a 2001 Ford Puma in Green with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X556 EVO, 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.

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What year was X556 EVO registered?

X556 EVO is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 7 February 2001.

Is X556 EVO safe to buy?

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