FORD PUMA2002 · 1.7L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its final recorded history, although the data is now significantly outdated. The most recent MOT test conducted in January 2015 at 70,258 miles returned a clean pass with no defects or advisories. This indicates that at the time of that inspection, the vehicle met all minimum safety standards. However, because there are no recorded tests for the past eleven years, the current mechanical integrity and safety of the car cannot be verified through official records. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,900 miles per year. Between August 2011 and January 2015, the car covered only 20,565 miles, suggesting infrequent use. The decade-long gap in MOT records following the 2015 test suggests that the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods or remained in private use where it was rarely driven. Such inactivity often leads to degradation of rubber-based components, fluid breakdown, and internal corrosion, despite the low mileage figure on the odometer. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and braking system. The historical failure in 2011 for an excessively corroded rear brake pipe highlights a vulnerability to rust in the hydraulic lines. Given the long interval since the last test, the inspector should check for seized brake calipers, perished brake fluid hoses, and significant corrosion in the sills and floor pans. Suspension bushes and tyres should be examined for dry rot or flat-spot, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from age-related material fatigue rather than mechanical wear.