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At a glance
This 2001 Ford Puma Petrol 1596cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 93,489 miles on the clock, averaging 7,385 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 NJ51 LYX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 93,489 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,201 |
| Average per year | 7,385 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | NJ51 LYX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Puma |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About NJ51 LYX
What car is NJ51 LYX?
NJ51 LYX is an silver Ford Puma, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2001.
What is the mileage of NJ51 LYX?
The last recorded mileage for NJ51 LYX was 93,489 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ51 LYX passed its MOT?
NJ51 LYX has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 2 Oct 2014.
Is NJ51 LYX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ51 LYX 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 NJ51 LYX?
NJ51 LYX is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.