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Y487 KGM

2001 Ford Puma

Grey Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,158 mi
Last recorded40,158 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY487 KGM
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2016 40,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread worn out on inner edge.

Offside Front Inner wheel rim slightly distorted.

Offside Front Tyre tread worn out on inner edge.

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded [to flexi hose].

Pass 29 Oct 2014 40,134 miles

Near side front tyre wall damage

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 40,120 miles

Near side front tyre wall damage

Pass 7 Jun 2012 38,748 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 17 Jun 2011 35,734 miles

Coolant leak

NSF tyre ply has got cracks ans small cuts

NSR tyre outer and inner sidewall deteriorated and tread wearing inner edge

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2010 32,497 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 29,022 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2009 29,020 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 26,174 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 22,665 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 19,617 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 19,617 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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Y487 KGM is a 2001 Ford Puma in Grey with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y487 KGM, 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 Y487 KGM registered?

Y487 KGM is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y487 KGM safe to buy?

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