2001 Ford Puma 1.7L Petrol · LL51 EAC
2001 Ford Puma (1.7L, petrol). First registered 12 Dec 2001. Recorded mileage 98,975 miles. MOT status: Failed. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- FORD PUMA
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,975 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LL51 EAC Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 26/02/2022
- 98,975 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
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LL51 EAC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2001 Ford Puma (LL51 EAC) between February 2022 and February 2022.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 February 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a bo”; “Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a b”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Exercise extreme caution before consider
Prioritise a professional structural inspection above all else. The 2022 MOT failure specifically identified excessive corrosion affecting the strength of the chassis near seat anchors and outer sills; you must verify if these areas have been professionally repaired or if the corrosion is progressive.
Do not rely solely on a recent MOT pass. Ask for evidence of any welding or structural work carried out following the 2022 failures. Additionally, check the service history for evidence of oil leak management, as an engine oil leak was noted in the same period.
Running costs for this 1.7L petrol Puma will be influenced by its age and mileage. Expect typical maintenance costs for a vehicle of this era, though structural repairs can be unexpectedly high if rust is present.
Insurance groups for older Ford Pumas vary, but you should obtain quotes based on the LL51EAC registration. Fuel economy will be consistent with a 1.7L petrol engine from the early 2000s, and tax bands will be determined by the specific CO2 emissions of this model.
The most critical area to inspect is the underside of the vehicle, specifically the nearside and offside integral body structures and sills. The 2022 MOT history explicitly noted corrosion that seriously affected the strength of the chassis near the seat anchors and outer sills.
Furthermore, check the condition of the suspension components. The vehicle previously failed on both front coil springs being fractured or broken. You should also inspect the headlamp units for clarity and correct aim, as well as checking for any signs of ongoing oil leaks from the engine.
This 2001 Ford Puma, finished in grey with a 1.7L petrol engine, shows signs of heavy usage with 98,975 miles recorded at its last test. The MOT history is concerning, specifically regarding multiple structural corrosion failures and broken coil springs. While the model generally sees an average annual mileage of 3,193, this particular example has been driven significantly more than the aggregate average.
Aggregate data for this model shows an average MOT pass rate of 72.7%, with corrosion and brake-related issues being common failure reasons.
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