2020 Ford Puma ST-Line Mhev 1.0L Petrol · AF70 HDV

The most recent DVSA examination conducted on 3 July 2026 returned a Pass, which preserves the vehicle's roadworthy status; however, the test recorded five advisories, all relating to the nearside and offside front tyres and the nearside rear tyre. Two advisories flag the front tyres as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, while the remaining three cite slight damage, cracking, or perishing on the front pair and the nearside rear. Although a Pass with advisories is not a failure, the clustering of tyre-related observations is a meaningful indicator that the rubber has reached an advanced stage of wear and degradation, and any prospective purchaser should regard replacement of all four tyres as an expected, near-term cost rather than an optional improvement. The recorded mileage of 21,159 miles over a six-year service life equates to an average of approximately 3,500 miles per annum, which is notably below the typical usage profile for a privately operated vehicle of this age. Such low annual mileage often reflects a pattern of short, infrequent journeys interspersed with periods of standing, which carries its own mechanical consequences distinct from those associated with high-mileage wear. Cold starts, short running cycles, and prolonged inactivity can promote moisture accumulation in the engine oil, underuse of the diesel particulate filter or petrol catalyst systems leading to exhaust emissions concerns at the next MOT, and accelerated degradation of brake components through surface corrosion and caliper binding. The annual MOT entries at roughly twelve-month intervals show a steady, modest mileage increment between tests, with no obvious extended gaps in recording, suggesting the vehicle has been used consistently but sparingly rather than abandoned for long periods. Given the age and the predominantly advisory nature of the test record, a prospective purchaser should conduct a thorough physical inspection with particular attention to the items the MOT examiner has already flagged. All four tyres should be examined for tread depth, confirming a minimum of 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the tread, and the sidewalls should be scrutinised for any crazing, cracking, or perishing that would warrant immediate replacement regardless of remaining tread. Edge wear on both front tyres suggests possible wheel alignment deviation, and a test drive should be conducted over uneven road surfaces to listen for any knocking from the front suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, or track rod ends, which are common wear items on Ford Puma platforms. Brake pedal feel should be firm, and the vehicle should pull up squarely without pulling to one side, which would indicate a seizing or binding caliper, particularly relevant given the low mileage and likelihood of standing corrosion on the brake discs. Beyond the advisories, the age of the vehicle demands calendar-based servicing checks irrespective of the modest mileage. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as batteries used for predominantly short journeys and subjected to infrequent cycling commonly suffer reduced capacity and may fail without warning. Engine oil and filter should be changed if the service history does not confirm a recent renewal, given that oil degrades chemically over time as well as through use. Coolant, brake fluid, and the mild-hybrid 48V system coolant where accessible should be inspected for condition and replacement interval compliance, as brake fluid in particular is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture over a typical two-year cycle. Under-bonnet and under-vehicle examination should look for any fluid leaks from the engine, transmission, or power steering system, and the exhaust should be checked for corrosion or blowing joints, which are common MOT failure points on vehicles of this vintage. Verifying the completeness of the service book stamps and any accompanying Ford main dealer or specialist history would further substantiate the mechanical integrity suggested by the clean early MOT record.