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MU51 VUR

2001 Ford Puma · Petrol · 1679cc

Silver Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1679cc
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 2001 Ford Puma Petrol 1679cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 93,129 miles on the clock, averaging 5,977 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 MU51 VUR

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,129
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2005
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,977

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading93,129 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,716
Average per year5,977
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MU51 VUR 29k45k61k77k93k '05'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,129 miles
Since last MOT+2,716 miles
PASS
Mileage90,413 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,413 miles
Since last MOT+3,956 miles
PASS
Mileage86,457 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,457 miles
Since last MOT+5,190 miles
PASS
Mileage81,267 miles
Since last MOT+6,548 miles
PASS
Mileage74,719 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,719 miles
Since last MOT+7,788 miles
PASS
Mileage66,931 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,931 miles
Since last MOT+5,811 miles
PASS
Mileage61,120 miles
Since last MOT+6,138 miles
PASS
Mileage54,982 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,982 miles
Since last MOT+5,912 miles
PASS
Mileage49,070 miles
Since last MOT+6,316 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,754 miles
Since last MOT+5,328 miles
PASS
Mileage37,426 miles
Since last MOT+8,079 miles
PASS
Mileage29,347 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

RegistrationMU51 VUR
MakeFord
ModelPuma
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1679cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeMU — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About MU51 VUR

What car is MU51 VUR?

MU51 VUR is an silver Ford Puma, petrol (1679cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.

What is the mileage of MU51 VUR?

The last recorded mileage for MU51 VUR was 93,129 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MU51 VUR passed its MOT?

MU51 VUR has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2016.

Is MU51 VUR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MU51 VUR 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 MU51 VUR?

MU51 VUR is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.