2021 Ford Puma Titanium Mhev 1.0L Petrol · BD21 THK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from reactive repairs to minor mechanical oversight. The most recent test in April 2026 at 48,999 miles resulted in a pass but introduced an advisory for the offside rear door failing to open from the interior. This indicates a mechanical failure in the internal handle mechanism or linkage that requires attention, following a completely clean sheet in the previous test in January 2026. The mileage pattern is consistent with a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,800 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap of 8,377 miles between May 2024 and January 2025, followed by a more rapid accumulation of 4,408 miles in the three months leading up to the April 2026 test. This suggests regular use rather than long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for the mild hybrid system components and various braking parts to prevent seizing or fluid degradation. A buyer must physically inspect the condition of the tyres, as the failure in May 2024 was specifically due to a structural bulge in the nearside front tyre and multiple cuts and cracking across other tyres. While these were presumably replaced to pass the test, the current set should be checked for uneven wear or aged rubber. The front brake discs also showed a slight lip at 36,217 miles, suggesting they are nearing the end of their service life and should be measured for thickness to ensure they are not excessively worn. The offside rear door mechanism is a priority for a physical inspection to ensure the internal cable is not snapped or disconnected. Given the lack of recorded structural corrosion or exhaust emission failures in the history, the focus should remain on these consumable items and the functional operation of the hybrid-related electronics during a test drive.