2024 Ford Puma ST-Line Mhev Hybrid electric (clean) · MM24 KTO

A 2024 Ford Puma ST-Line MHEV of only two years of age presents an unusual situation for any prospective buyer, in that the DVSA records contain no MOT test entries whatsoever. As a vehicle first registered in 2024, it would not normally require its first MOT test until three years after registration, which places the first statutory roadworthiness examination in 2027. The complete absence of MOT data therefore reflects the vehicle's youth and its current legal exemption from testing rather than any record of non-compliance. Without historical pass or fail entries, no trend in component wear, recurring advisories, or chronic defects can be identified from the official DVSA file. This means that any assessment of roadworthiness at present must rely solely on physical inspection rather than documentary precedent. The recorded mileage for this vehicle is listed as unknown, and there is insufficient data to draw a comparison between distance covered and the car's age. With only two years on the road and no mileage records to reference, no meaningful conclusion can be reached regarding annual accumulation rates, usage intensity, or any unusual patterns such as extended periods off the road. For a hybrid mild-hybrid vehicle of this age, high-mileage use would typically place greater demand on the 48V system, brake components, and clutch or transmission elements, while very low mileage might raise separate concerns regarding battery condition and fluid stagnation. Neither scenario can be confirmed or ruled out from the data supplied, and mileage verification through the vehicle's dashboard and service documentation becomes an essential part of the evaluation. From a buyer guidance perspective, the lack of an MOT history shifts the focus entirely onto a present-day mechanical inspection. Particular attention should be paid to the components commonly flagged on similar Ford Puma platforms: the rear suspension bushings and coil springs, which can show premature wear; the front brake discs and pads, given the regenerative braking characteristics of the mild-hybrid system that can lead to uneven corrosion on the discs; the underbody and subframe area for any signs of corrosion; and the exhaust system for integrity at the mounting points. The 12V battery and the 48V mild-hybrid system components should also be checked for warning messages on the dashboard and any stored fault codes via a diagnostic scan, as these systems are integral to the MHEV powertrain. On a test drive, specific symptoms warrant careful observation. Any knocking or clonking from the suspension over uneven road surfaces could indicate worn rear bushings or drop links, while vibration through the steering wheel under braking may suggest brake disc warping, a recognised issue on Puma models that have experienced uneven pad-to-disc contact from the hybrid braking system. Steering pull to one side under steady throttle or braking would point toward potential brake caliper binding or alignment concerns. The gearbox, whether manual or the Powershift dual-clutch unit, should be exercised through all gears to confirm smooth engagement, and the stop-start and mild-hybrid assist functions should be observed for correct operation. Any dashboard warning lights, particularly relating to the hybrid system, emission control, or brake servo, would require immediate investigation with a diagnostic tool before purchase is contemplated.