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EF51 UCP

2002 Ford Puma · Petrol · 1596cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
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 2002 Ford Puma Petrol 1596cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 167,602 miles on the clock, averaging 9,264 miles per year, above 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 EF51 UCP

MOT Status
Due date passed
167,602
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
9,264

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading167,602 miles
Reading date
Miles last year502
Average per year9,264
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF51 UCP 53k82k110k139k168k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage167,602 miles
Since last MOT+502 miles
PASS
Mileage167,100 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage167,100 miles
Since last MOT+5,857 miles
PASS
Mileage161,243 miles
Since last MOT+4,867 miles
PASS
Mileage156,376 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,366 miles
Since last MOT+15,770 miles
PASS
Mileage140,596 miles
Since last MOT+18,138 miles
PASS
Mileage122,458 miles
Since last MOT+17,844 miles
PASS
Mileage104,614 miles
Since last MOT+17,572 miles
PASS
Mileage87,042 miles
Since last MOT+17,426 miles
PASS
Mileage69,616 miles
Since last MOT+7,987 miles
PASS
Mileage61,629 miles
Since last MOT+2,992 miles
PASS
Mileage58,637 miles
Since last MOT+5,425 miles
PASS
Mileage53,212 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

RegistrationEF51 UCP
MakeFord
ModelPuma
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1596cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About EF51 UCP

What car is EF51 UCP?

EF51 UCP is an silver Ford Puma, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EF51 UCP?

The last recorded mileage for EF51 UCP was 167,602 miles, recorded on 12 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF51 UCP passed its MOT?

EF51 UCP has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 12 May 2018.

Is EF51 UCP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF51 UCP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EF51 UCP?

EF51 UCP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.