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2000 Ford Puma (First Generation)

Browse our directory of 2000 Ford Puma (First Generation) vehicles. Access instant MOT history reports, tax status, and reliability insights for any registration listed below.

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Common Problems & Reliability

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The 2000 Ford Puma (First Generation) has 4 known issues. 1 of these are classified as serious faults that could be expensive to repair. 3 are moderate concerns worth inspecting before purchase.

Structural Corrosion (Rear Arches, Sills, Floorpan)

Serious

The Puma most infamous fault. Rear wheel arches rot from the inside out, and sills, jacking points and the boot floor are also susceptible. Fresh underseal may be hiding serious corrosion.

Symptoms: Bubbling paint around rear arches, Crusty sills and jacking points...

Est. repair cost: £300-£2,000

CV Joint and Driveshaft Wear

Moderate

The Puma front CV joints and boots deteriorate with age, leading to clicking on full lock and eventually joint failure. MOT testers often flag deteriorated or split CV boots.

Symptoms: Clicking noise on full lock, Vibration under acceleration...

Est. repair cost: £150-£350

Engine Management and Oxygen Sensor Faults

Moderate

The 1.7 VVT engine is sensitive to a failed heated oxygen sensor causing rough running, hesitation and poor idle. Coil pack failures and HT lead shorting from coolant leaking onto them via failed core plugs are also common.

Symptoms: Rough idle and hesitation, Engine management light...

Est. repair cost: £60-£250

Coolant Leaks (Core Plugs and Thermostat)

Moderate

The 1.7 engine has core plugs near the spark plugs that can leak coolant onto the HT leads causing misfires. The thermostat also fails regularly causing the temperature gauge to fluctuate.

Symptoms: Temperature gauge fluctuating, Misfire from coolant on HT leads...

Est. repair cost: £50-£200

View detailed Ford Puma (First Generation) fault guide

Buying Tips for the 2000 Ford Puma (First Generation)

  • Ask for the cambelt history on 1.6 and 1.7 engines
  • Check that special edition badges and interior trim match the model
  • On a Racing Puma, inspect the Alcon calipers for seized pistons and corrosion

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