2022 Ford Puma ST-Line X Mhev 1.0L Petrol · SA22 TWN

A clean and largely untroubled MOT record establishes this 2022 Ford Puma ST-Line X MHEV as a mechanically sound proposition, with the most recent test on 12 June 2026 returning a pass with no advisories or defects recorded at 25,663 miles. The only blemish on the file is a single failure on 10 July 2025 for both headlamp aim settings being too high, classed as a presentation failure rather than a mechanical defect, which was evidently corrected the same day given the pass recorded on the identical date with no further action noted. With no suspension, brake, corrosion, exhaust, or structural advisories across the two recorded tests, the vehicle demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trajectory consistent with its relatively modest age and mileage bracket. The annual accumulation rate of approximately 6,416 miles per year aligns closely with typical usage for a modern compact crossover of this vintage, suggesting a balance between short urban journeys and longer motorway runs rather than a punishing high-mileage or exclusively low-mileage profile. There are no concerning gaps between tests that would imply extended periods off the road, which on this mild-hybrid platform is a positive indicator given the known sensitivity of the 12V auxiliary battery and belt-driven integrated starter-generator to prolonged standing. The steady, consistent progression of mileage should mean even wear across consumables, brake discs and pads, tyres, and suspension components, without the heavy front-end load associated with motorway-dominated use or the harsh cycling of a stop-start urban commuter. Fluid retention, brake component life, and tyre wear should all reflect this measured usage pattern. For a prospective buyer evaluating this Puma, the test drive should focus on the areas the MOT record leaves unexamined, particularly the 1.0-litre EcoBoost mild-hybrid powertrain and its associated ancillaries. Listen for any timing chain rattle on a cold start, which is a known characteristic of early-life wear on this engine family, and check for hesitation or misfire under gentle throttle that might indicate coil pack or injector issues. The mild-hybrid system itself can mask a weakening 12V battery, so verify smooth auto start-stop operation and watch for dashboard warning lights relating to the hybrid system or powertrain management. Given the headlamp aim failure recorded in 2025, confirm that both dipped and main beam settings sit correctly on a flat surface, as an incorrectly adjusted unit may simply be a fault with the electric levelling motor rather than the geometry itself. Pay close attention to the suspension during the test drive, as the MOT record contains no advisories to guide you here. Listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed bumps and uneven surfaces, particularly from the lower control arm bushes and anti-roll bar drop links, which are common wear items on the Puma platform. Brake feel should be firm and progressive without any pulling to either side under steady pedal pressure, and the pedal should not feel spongy, which would suggest air ingress or a hydraulic issue. Check the rear arches and underbody for any bubbling paint or surface corrosion, as the Puma can be susceptible to stone-chip-induced rusting around the rear wheel arches and undertray mounting points. Finally, inspect the tyres for even shoulder wear across both axles, as uneven camber or toe settings can wear the inner or outer edges prematurely, and verify that all four tyres are matched in brand and age specification, which speaks to the kind of consistent maintenance the mileage and test record otherwise implies.