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Y346 DNU

2001 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

80,080 mi
Last recorded80,080 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY346 DNU
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2012 80,080 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2012 80,080 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 73,911 miles

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamp does not operate when the service brake is applied

(2.4G.1)The nearside rear suspension top mounting has lift present approximately 05mm.

(2.4G.1)The offside rear suspension top mounting has lift present approximately 05mm.

(2.4G.3)The nearside rear axle mounting bush is slightly deteriorated.

(2.4G.3)The offside rear axle mounting bush is slightly deteriorated.

(2c)There is presence of oil indicating a slight leak

(3.5.1h)The nearside front brake disc face(s) are worn.

(3.5.1h)The offside front brake disc face(s) are worn.

(3.6B.4d)The offside front brake hose is slightly deteriorated.

(5.2.6)the nearside front seat belt prescribed area has corrosion present,which has not yet reached the point of test failure,but will soon require attention.

(5.2.6)the offside front seat belt prescribed area (floor panel)has corrosion present,which has not yet reached the point of test failure.

(5.2.6)the offside front seat belt prescribed area has corrosion present,which has not yet reached the point of test failure,but will soon require attention.

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted protective covers,which prevent a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Pass 14 Aug 2010 66,667 miles

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 7 Aug 2010 66,504 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 58,674 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 50,382 miles

(2c)the engine oil level ideally should be checked regular to prevent engine damage,and the possibility of a refusal to carry out an mot test

(2d)Items left within the boot which the nominated tester considers could prevent an mot test being carried out should be removed prior to presenting

(3.5.1f)the front brake pads are wearing thin and may soon require renewal

(3.5.1h)the front brake discs faces are becoming worn and may be approaching the manufacturer recommendations to be changed

(4.1)the tyre pressures should be checked regular,when running the vehicle with flat tyres this can have a serious effect on road safety.

Fail 14 Aug 2007 41,707 miles

(4.1.D.1)offside and nearside front tyres are worn close to the legal limit

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

(4.0)"Check tyre pressures regular as it could be considered that your vehicle is illegal to drive with flat tyres and dangerous

Pass 14 Aug 2007 41,707 miles

(4.1.D.1)offside and nearside front tyres are worn close to the legal limit

(4.0)"Check tyre pressures regular as it could be considered that your vehicle is illegal to drive with flat tyres and dangerous

Pass 31 Aug 2006 37,120 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 37,120 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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Y346 DNU is a 2001 Ford Puma in Silver with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 Y346 DNU, 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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Y346 DNU is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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