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At a glance
This 2001 Ford Puma Petrol 1679cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 10 (50% pass rate). It has 123,277 miles on the clock, averaging 6,847 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 DK51 FVP
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,277 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,178 |
| Average per year | 6,847 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | DK51 FVP |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Puma |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1679cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About DK51 FVP
What car is DK51 FVP?
DK51 FVP is a black Ford Puma, petrol (1679cc). First registered in Chester in 2001.
What is the mileage of DK51 FVP?
The last recorded mileage for DK51 FVP was 123,277 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK51 FVP passed its MOT?
DK51 FVP has had 20 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (10 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 30 Aug 2017.
Is DK51 FVP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK51 FVP 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 DK51 FVP?
DK51 FVP is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.