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At a glance
This 2001 Ford Puma Petrol 1679cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 93,971 miles on the clock, averaging 7,656 miles per year, around 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 CE51 RPU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 93,971 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 900 |
| Average per year | 7,656 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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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
| Registration | CE51 RPU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Puma |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1679cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About CE51 RPU
What car is CE51 RPU?
CE51 RPU is a red Ford Puma, petrol (1679cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2001.
What is the mileage of CE51 RPU?
The last recorded mileage for CE51 RPU was 93,971 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE51 RPU passed its MOT?
CE51 RPU has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 1 Dec 2015.
Is CE51 RPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE51 RPU 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 CE51 RPU?
CE51 RPU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.