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EU02 VUV

2002 Ford Puma · Petrol · 1679cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1679cc
ColourBlue
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 80,965 miles on the clock, averaging 4,020 miles per year, well 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 EU02 VUV

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,965
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
4,020

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading80,965 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,978
Average per year4,020
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU02 VUV 31k43k56k68k81k '06'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage80,965 miles
Since last MOT+1,978 miles
PASS
Mileage78,987 miles
Since last MOT+3,631 miles
PASS
Mileage75,356 miles
Since last MOT+2,684 miles
PASS
Mileage72,672 miles
Since last MOT+4,952 miles
PASS
Mileage67,720 miles
Since last MOT+5,742 miles
PASS
Mileage61,978 miles
Since last MOT+2,212 miles
PASS
Mileage59,766 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,766 miles
Since last MOT+2,866 miles
PASS
Mileage56,900 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,900 miles
Since last MOT+3,175 miles
PASS
Mileage53,725 miles
Since last MOT+3,205 miles
PASS
Mileage50,520 miles
Since last MOT+7,453 miles
PASS
Mileage43,067 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,067 miles
Since last MOT+5,015 miles
PASS
Mileage38,052 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,003 miles
Since last MOT+7,193 miles
PASS
Mileage30,810 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,803 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

RegistrationEU02 VUV
MakeFord
ModelPuma
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1679cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EU02 VUV

What car is EU02 VUV?

EU02 VUV is an blue Ford Puma, petrol (1679cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EU02 VUV?

The last recorded mileage for EU02 VUV was 80,965 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU02 VUV passed its MOT?

EU02 VUV has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 12 Sep 2018.

Is EU02 VUV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU02 VUV 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 EU02 VUV?

EU02 VUV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.