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BG51 PUK

2001 Ford Puma · Petrol · 1596cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1596cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2001 Ford Puma Petrol 1596cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 98,875 miles on the clock, averaging 7,135 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Ford Puma issues include front suspension lower arm bushes and rear brake flexible hoses.

MOT & Mileage History for BG51 PUK

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,875
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,135

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading98,875 miles
Reading date
Miles last year25
Average per year7,135
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BG51 PUK 27k45k63k81k99k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,875 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,850 miles
Since last MOT+8,785 miles
PASS
Mileage90,065 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,061 miles
Since last MOT+9,547 miles
PASS
Mileage80,514 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,491 miles
Since last MOT+9,549 miles
PASS
Mileage70,942 miles
Since last MOT+3,799 miles
PASS
Mileage67,143 miles
Since last MOT+5,479 miles
PASS
Mileage61,664 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,663 miles
Since last MOT+5,922 miles
PASS
Mileage55,741 miles
Since last MOT+8,822 miles
PASS
Mileage46,919 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,901 miles
Since last MOT+7,118 miles
PASS
Mileage39,783 miles
Since last MOT+8,187 miles
PASS
Mileage31,596 miles
Since last MOT+4,201 miles
PASS
Mileage27,395 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Puma

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Puma models (1997–2002), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Front suspension lower arm bushes

Polyurethane or rubber bushes degrade and split, causing play in the front lower control arms. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (bushes + alignment at indie garage, estimated).

Rear brake flexible hoses

Hoses chafe on the rear axle beam, risking rupture. · Typical repair: £80-£150 (re-route and clips, per recall fix).

Brake master cylinder

Internal seal failure or manufacturing defect leads to loss of braking assist. · Typical repair: £200-£350 (new unit + bleed).

Body rust on floorpan and fuel filler area

Corrosion eats through floorpan (esp. behind front wheels, boot floor), fuel filler neck, door edges, and sills. · Typical repair: £400-£1,200 (welding panels, estimated).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 PUK
MakeFord
ModelPuma
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1596cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeBG — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About BG51 PUK

What car is BG51 PUK?

BG51 PUK is a silver Ford Puma, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.

What is the mileage of BG51 PUK?

The last recorded mileage for BG51 PUK was 98,875 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BG51 PUK passed its MOT?

BG51 PUK has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2016.

Is BG51 PUK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 PUK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is BG51 PUK?

BG51 PUK is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.