2022 Ford Puma ST-Line X Mhev Auto 1.0L Petrol · HO66 NBY

The latest DVSA MOT test, conducted on 24 October 2025, resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the vehicle met all statutory roadworthiness requirements at the time of examination. A second prior test on 4 April 2025 also concluded with a clean pass and no recorded defects. With two consecutive tests free from advisories, the maintenance trend appears stable and suggests that the vehicle has been kept in good mechanical order throughout its recent life, with no recurrent or developing issues flagged by the inspector at the point of testing. The recorded mileage of 19,347 miles over approximately four years equates to an average annual usage of around 4,837 miles, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age. Such low annual mileage suggests either predominantly short-trip, light-duty use, or extended periods of standing between journeys. While low mileage typically reduces wear on major drivetrain components such as the engine, clutch, and gearbox, it can conversely accelerate degradation of certain items that deteriorate with age or inactivity rather than use. Irregular running can lead to oil contamination through condensation, brake disc surface corrosion from standing, and premature ageing of rubber and plastic components exposed to environmental conditions. Given the clean MOT history and low usage profile, attention during a test drive and physical inspection should focus on age-related deterioration rather than wear from high mileage. Tyre sidewalls should be carefully examined for cracking or perishing, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and the manufacturing date code on the sidewall should be checked to confirm the tyres are within a reasonable service life. The brake discs, being exposed cast iron, may exhibit surface rust from standing; light corrosion is normal but excessive pitting or a lip suggesting the calipers have been binding should be investigated. A standing vehicle is also prone to brake caliper seizure, so a test drive should include several firm stops to confirm the brakes pull up cleanly without juddering or pulling to one side, and the wheels should be checked for heat residue after a short drive to confirm the calipers are releasing correctly. Additional checks appropriate for a low-mileage, four-year-old vehicle include verification of the 12-volt battery health, as frequent short trips or prolonged standing will not allow full recharge and can lead to premature failure, particularly in vehicles equipped with start-stop and mild hybrid systems. All fluid services, including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid if applicable, should be confirmed against the manufacturer's schedule rather than purely on mileage, as brake fluid is hygroscopic and degrades over time and should typically be renewed every two to three years. The service book should be inspected for consistent stamped entries to confirm the recorded mileage is supported by documented maintenance, and the underside of the vehicle should be examined for any signs of fluid leaks, corrosion, or damaged undertrays that might otherwise be masked by the absence of MOT advisories. A thorough road test paying attention to suspension clonks over speed humps, smooth power delivery from the mild hybrid system, and consistent operation of the automatic transmission will further confirm the overall mechanical condition of this otherwise well-presented low-mileage example.