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Y491 KFG

2001 Ford Puma

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

17,170 mi
Last recorded17,170 miles
Recorded on27 May 2020
Typical for 2001 Ford Puma69,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY491 KFG
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2020 17,170 miles

items corroded under vehicle

Pass 9 May 2019 16,703 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 16,247 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 16,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2017 15,792 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 15,792 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall to tread joint torn 195/50/15 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 May 2016 15,302 miles

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms mounting bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 May 2015 14,700 miles
Pass 22 May 2014
Fail 22 May 2014 13,821 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 23 May 2013 13,292 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 May 2013 13,292 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 May 2012 12,790 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 12,256 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 11,077 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 10,094 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 10,094 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2007 9,431 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 8,562 miles

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

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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Y491 KFG is a 2001 Ford Puma in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 Y491 KFG, 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 Y491 KFG registered?

Y491 KFG is a 2001 Ford Puma, first registered on 22 June 2001.

Is Y491 KFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y491 KFG shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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