2026 Ford Puma Premium EV Electric · MH75 DVG

A 2026 Ford Puma Premium EV presents an unusual picture for a roadworthiness assessment because there is no DVSA MOT history on file at all. New vehicles in the UK are typically exempt from MOT testing until they reach three years of age, which explains the absence of any recorded test on a current-year car. Until the first statutory test is carried out, there are no advisories, failures, or pass records against which the structural condition, brake wear, tyre degradation, or corrosion status of this Puma can be verified through official channels. Any prospective buyer is therefore looking at a vehicle whose roadworthiness record is entirely blank, rather than clean. Mileage data has not been supplied with this enquiry, and without a recorded odometer reading or prior test entries it is impossible to calculate an annual accumulation rate or to identify any gaps in usage. A 2026 model would normally be expected to cover a relatively low mileage given its age, particularly if it has been used as a secondary or commuter vehicle, but this cannot be confirmed from the available information. The lack of historical mileage snapshots also means there is no way to detect inconsistencies, clock irregularities, or long stationary periods that might affect high-voltage battery health, brake disc corrosion from disuse, or tyre ageing. The usage pattern remains undefined on paper. Because no MOT advisories or failures have ever been recorded, there are no specific components identified by DVSA inspection that warrant targeted mechanical concern. In the absence of flagged items such as corroded brake pipes, perished suspension bushes, cracking coil springs, or subframe rust, the usual defect-led inspection priorities cannot be applied to this particular vehicle. A physical pre-purchase inspection should nonetheless concentrate on areas typical to a nearly-new Puma EV, including the condition of the regenerative and friction braking system, the integrity of the underbody and high-voltage cabling protection, the even wear pattern and manufacturing date of all four tyres, and the operation of the electronic parking brake. Any warning lights on the driver information display, unusual hesitation under acceleration, or unexpected noises from the drivetrain should be investigated before commitment. On a road test, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn anti-roll bar links or control arm bushes even on a low-mileage example. Check for pulling under braking, vibration through the steering wheel, or a soft brake pedal feel that might suggest a sticking caliper or air in the hydraulic system. Confirm that the infotainment and driver assist systems calibrate correctly, that the 12-volt auxiliary battery holds charge, and that all charging functions operate as expected. Given the complete absence of MOT history, an independent inspection by a Ford main dealer or qualified EV specialist is strongly advisable to establish a baseline condition before purchase.