2022 Ford Puma ST-Line Mhev 1.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · YS22 OSG

The most recent DVSA MOT test conducted on 9 June 2026 resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the vehicle was considered roadworthy at the point of inspection. However, it is worth noting that the prior test on 27 May 2025 produced an advisory concerning a minor exhaust gas leak originating from the deteriorated front flexi-section. While this did not constitute a failure at the time, the advisory suggests that the component was already showing signs of wear and would be expected to deteriorate further over the intervening twelve months. Given that no advisory was raised at the 2026 test, either the flexi has been replaced or it remains in a serviceable but progressively worsening condition. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, with the vehicle consistently passing its statutory inspections, but the presence of an exhaust advisory on record is a legitimate point of enquiry when viewing the car. With 61,341 miles recorded on a 2022 registration, this Ford Puma ST-Line MHEV has covered approximately 15,335 miles annually, which is notably above the average mileage for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps in the mileage progression visible from the test record, suggesting consistent use rather than prolonged periods of standing. Higher annual mileage typically accelerates wear on consumable components such as brake pads, brake discs, tyres, and clutch assemblies, while also placing greater cumulative load on suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain components. The mild-hybrid system in this vehicle, which incorporates a belt-driven starter-generator, should also be considered as a higher mileage example, and its associated electrical and mechanical components will have experienced proportionately more operational cycles than a lower mileage equivalent. Although the most recent MOT record is clean, the advisory concerning the front exhaust flexi-section warrants specific attention during a physical inspection and test drive. The flexi-section is the flexible joint within the exhaust system, typically located near the front pipe or downpipe area, and is prone to corrosion-induced cracking. On inspection, the buyer should examine this area for visible black soot deposits indicating an active leak, listen for an irregular ticking or hissing noise from the engine bay area particularly on cold start, and check whether any exhaust fumes appear to be escaping ahead of the engine rather than through the rear of the system. If the original component has been replaced, it is worth asking for the invoice to confirm the part specification. Should it not have been renewed since the 2025 advisory, budget for imminent replacement, as such components typically progress from a minor leak to a more pronounced failure that will ultimately result in an MOT failure and may also affect exhaust emissions and engine performance. Beyond the recorded advisory, prospective buyers should conduct a thorough age-and-mileage-appropriate inspection. Tyre condition is paramount, with particular attention to both tread depth and, given that the vehicle is now four years old, any signs of sidewall perishing or cracking from natural rubber degradation. Brake discs should be examined for scoring, lipping, and signs of corrosion between the disc and hub, especially given the high annual mileage which suggests heavy brake usage. The 12V battery, which powers the mild-hybrid system's control modules, should be tested for voltage and cranking performance, as batteries in high-mileage or heavily urban-used vehicles often deteriorate sooner than the calendar would suggest. Brake fluid and coolant should ideally have been changed according to time-based schedules regardless of mileage, and the service book should be reviewed to confirm that these calendar-based fluid services have been performed. Finally, a thorough road test should be undertaken with particular attention to any suspension clonks over uneven surfaces, pulling under braking which may indicate warped discs or binding calipers, and any irregular behaviour from the mild-hybrid system during stop-start transitions, all of which would warrant further investigation before purchase.