CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y179 KVH

2001 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1596cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

142,167 mi
Last recorded142,167 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY179 KVH
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2018 142,167 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor x2 (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch under liner (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

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

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch behind liner (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

both front tyres badly worn

oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2017 134,385 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly top mount (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 1 Apr 2017 134,385 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly top mount (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 122,663 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 122,663 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 113,396 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 9 Apr 2015 113,353 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Apr 2014 104,260 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

inner rear sills corroded both sides

ribbed belt in poor condition

Fail 29 Mar 2014 104,258 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

inner rear sills corroded both sides

ribbed belt in poor condition

Pass 3 Apr 2013 102,270 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 98,982 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 98,981 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 91,575 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 73,442 miles

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 66,634 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 66,634 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 58,940 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 49,896 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 36,120 miles

Nail in near side front tyre.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight misting around power steering pump area.

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
Full Ford Puma reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y179 KVH is a 2001 Ford Puma in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 Y179 KVH, 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

How do I check the history of Y179 KVH?

You can check the full history of Y179 KVH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y179 KVH registered?

Y179 KVH is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 2 August 2001.

Is Y179 KVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y179 KVH shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y179 KVH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y179 KVH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.