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ET51 SSK

2002 Ford Puma · Petrol · 1679cc

Green Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1679cc
ColourGreen
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 1679cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 143,273 miles on the clock, averaging 8,179 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 ET51 SSK

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,273
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,179

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading143,273 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,324
Average per year8,179
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ET51 SSK 51k74k97k120k143k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,273 miles
Since last MOT+8,324 miles
PASS
Mileage134,949 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,949 miles
Since last MOT+8,411 miles
PASS
Mileage126,538 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,537 miles
Since last MOT+6,207 miles
PASS
Mileage120,330 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,330 miles
Since last MOT+6,276 miles
PASS
Mileage114,054 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,054 miles
Since last MOT+7,302 miles
PASS
Mileage106,752 miles
Since last MOT+7,996 miles
PASS
Mileage98,756 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,756 miles
Since last MOT+8,922 miles
PASS
Mileage89,834 miles
PASS
Mileage92,079 miles
Since last MOT+20,929 miles
PASS
Mileage71,150 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,150 miles
Since last MOT+10,896 miles
PASS
Mileage60,254 miles
Since last MOT+9,289 miles
PASS
Mileage50,965 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

RegistrationET51 SSK
MakeFord
ModelPuma
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1679cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeET — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About ET51 SSK

What car is ET51 SSK?

ET51 SSK is an green Ford Puma, petrol (1679cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of ET51 SSK?

The last recorded mileage for ET51 SSK was 143,273 miles, recorded on 18 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ET51 SSK passed its MOT?

ET51 SSK has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2017.

Is ET51 SSK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET51 SSK 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 ET51 SSK?

ET51 SSK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.