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FORD PUMA1998 · 1.7L PETROL

R883 CEX

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Free vehicle summary for R883 CEX: 1998 FORD PUMA (BLACK, PETROL). Mileage: 86,817. MOT: not recorded. Tax: untaxed.

MOT
Expired
Expires 04/05/2010
Tax
SORN
Statutory Off Road Notification
Fuel
PETROL
Year
1998
Engine
1679cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT record for this vehicle is from May 2009, which means there is a significant lack of recent testing history to confirm its current safety or roadworthiness. With 86,817 miles over approximately 28 years, the vehicle has been driven very little, averaging around 3,101 miles per year. While this low mileage suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain, it also carries the risk that the car has been stationary for long periods, which can lead to seized components and perished rubber parts. The historical data reveals a recurring pattern of issues with the braking system and suspension. The parking brake efficiency was noted as being borderline or failing between 2007 and 2008, and the suspension has seen multiple faults including a worn Macpherson strut, deteriorated CV gaiters, and movement in a wishbone bush. The condition trend appears to be worsening based on the final recorded entries, which included a major exhaust leak, lighting failures, and the use of incorrect tyre sizes on the same axle. You should prioritize a thorough inspection of the exhaust system, the condition of all suspension bushes and CV gaiters, the effectiveness of both the service and parking brakes, and the age and matching sizes of the tyres.

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45
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Live data last synced with DVSA: Jun 2, 2026, 03:10 AM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT record for this vehicle is from May 2009, which means there is a significant lack of recent testing history to confirm its current safety or roadworthiness. With 86,817 miles over approximately 28 years, the vehicle has been driven very little, averaging around 3,101 miles per year. While this low mileage suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain, it also carries the risk that the car has been stationary for long periods, which can lead to seized components and perished rubber parts. The historical data reveals a recurring pattern of issues with the braking system and suspension. The parking brake efficiency was noted as being borderline or failing between 2007 and 2008, and the suspension has seen multiple faults including a worn Macpherson strut, deteriorated CV gaiters, and movement in a wishbone bush. The condition trend appears to be worsening based on the final recorded entries, which included a major exhaust leak, lighting failures, and the use of incorrect tyre sizes on the same axle. You should prioritize a thorough inspection of the exhaust system, the condition of all suspension bushes and CV gaiters, the effectiveness of both the service and parking brakes, and the age and matching sizes of the tyres.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 1998, this Ford Puma with plate R883 CEX has undergone 5 MOT inspections since June 2007.

Across its entire MOT history, this Ford has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 11 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 8 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)”; “Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)”; “Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)”.

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