2001 Ford Puma 1.7L Petrol · EF51 VFM
2001 Ford Puma (1.7L, petrol). First registered 28 Nov 2001. Recorded mileage 95,169 miles. MOT expired on 15 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- FORD PUMA
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,169 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EF51 VFM Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/04/2024
- 95,169 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EF51 VFM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Ford Puma (EF51 VFM) between August 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 April 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
EF51 VFM Mileage History
- 30/08/202289,417 mi
- 28/03/202389,441 mi+24 mi
- 16/04/202495,169 mi+5,728 mi
Average of roughly 3,530 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ford Ford Puma (First Generation)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Structural Corrosion (Rear Arches, Sills, Floorpan)Serious
The Puma most infamous fault. Rear wheel arches rot from the inside out, and sills, jacking points and the boot floor are also susceptible. Fresh underseal may be hiding serious corrosion.
- CV Joint and Driveshaft WearModerate
The Puma front CV joints and boots deteriorate with age, leading to clicking on full lock and eventually joint failure. MOT testers often flag deteriorated or split CV boots.
- Engine Management and Oxygen Sensor FaultsModerate
The 1.7 VVT engine is sensitive to a failed heated oxygen sensor causing rough running, hesitation and poor idle. Coil pack failures and HT lead shorting from coolant leaking onto them via failed core plugs are also common.
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