2002 Ford Puma 1.6L Petrol · MT51 AKY

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT pass issued on 23 February 2024 at 70,627 miles, with the most recent failure occurring just over a year earlier in February 2023. The maintenance trend over the past five tests is broadly stable rather than deteriorating, though it is punctuated by recurring front brake disc wear and a persistent pattern of structural corrosion that has never fully resolved. Mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old car, averaging roughly 2,943 miles per year, and the record shows long periods of minimal use between annual tests, with mileage often rising by only 400 to 600 miles annually. This suggests the vehicle has spent significant time stationary, which aligns with the corrosion issues documented across multiple years, particularly around the sills, subframe mounts, and brake pipes. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the front brake discs, which have been flagged as worn, pitted, or scored in every test since 2020 and will likely require replacement soon. Particular attention must be paid to the offside rear suspension mounting and outer sill area, where excessive corrosion was noted in the February 2023 failure, as this directly affects structural integrity. The rear axle bushes, front suspension arms, and brake pipes should also be examined closely, given their repeated appearance as advisories or failures throughout the car's history.