2020 Ford Puma ST-Line Mhev 1.0L Petrol · NL20 CMK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on April 10, 2026, at 91,998 miles, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent failure involved only minor adjustment and fluid issues such as headlamp aim and washer fluid, the previous test in 2025 revealed significant neglect of safety components. This suggests the owner only addresses major mechanical faults when necessitated by an MOT failure. The mileage profile indicates high usage for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging over 15,000 miles annually. There was a notable surge in usage between April 2024 (46,602 miles) and April 2025 (74,957 miles), representing nearly 28,400 miles covered in a single year. This rapid accumulation places accelerated stress on wear-related components, which is clearly evidenced by the poor condition of the braking system and tyres recorded during that specific interval. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension. The 2025 failure flagged all four brake pads and discs as worn, pitted, or scored, with pads measuring below the 1.5mm legal limit. Although these were likely replaced since, the high mileage justifies a check for uneven pad wear or signs of sticking in calipers. Additionally, the previous record of uneven tyre wear and perishing suggests potential issues with wheel alignment or suspension bushings, which should be verified during a test drive to ensure no underlying degradation exists.