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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Puma Petrol 1679cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 113,857 miles on the clock, averaging 5,593 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 NJ02 CUO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,857 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 49 |
| Average per year | 5,593 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | NJ02 CUO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Puma |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1679cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About NJ02 CUO
What car is NJ02 CUO?
NJ02 CUO is an black Ford Puma, petrol (1679cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NJ02 CUO?
The last recorded mileage for NJ02 CUO was 113,857 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ02 CUO passed its MOT?
NJ02 CUO has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2019.
Is NJ02 CUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ02 CUO 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 NJ02 CUO?
NJ02 CUO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.