2000 · 24 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2000 Ford Puma MOT pass rate and common faults

570 MOT tests in 2024. 60.2% passed first time, compared with 61.5% for all cars the same age.

98Below average
Passed first time60.2%
Failed or needed repairs39.8%
Typical mileage at test80,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 570 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength9.6%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.6%
  3. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced4.2%
  4. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements3.5%
  5. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.2%
  6. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak2.6%
  7. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded2.3%
  8. Swivel pins and bushes: swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn2.3%
  9. Position lamp: not working2.1%
  10. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault2.1%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension27.5%
  2. Brakes20.2%
  3. Lights & electrics17.2%
  4. Body & chassis12.6%
  5. Emissions & leaks7.5%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)6.1%
  7. Seat belts & airbags5.4%
  8. Tyres5.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine22.1%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded19.5%
  3. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn9.8%
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm9.8%
  5. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened7.9%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2000 Ford Puma?

In 2024, 60.2% of 2000 Ford Puma cars passed their MOT first time, across 570 tests. The average for all 24-year-old cars was 61.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2000 Ford Puma?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2000 Ford Puma reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 98, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).