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RK51 NJO

2001 Ford Puma · Petrol · 1596cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1596cc
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 2001 Ford Puma Petrol 1596cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 114,756 miles on the clock, averaging 5,358 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 RK51 NJO

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,756
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,358

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading114,756 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,943
Average per year5,358
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RK51 NJO 56k71k85k100k115k '05'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,756 miles
Since last MOT+5,943 miles
PASS
Mileage108,813 miles
Since last MOT+61 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,752 miles
Since last MOT+6,107 miles
PASS
Mileage102,645 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,620 miles
Since last MOT+6,105 miles
PASS
Mileage96,515 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,515 miles
Since last MOT+5,634 miles
PASS
Mileage90,881 miles
Since last MOT+6,568 miles
PASS
Mileage84,313 miles
Since last MOT+8,209 miles
PASS
Mileage76,104 miles
Since last MOT+6,038 miles
PASS
Mileage70,066 miles
Since last MOT+3,125 miles
PASS
Mileage66,941 miles
Since last MOT+893 miles
PASS
Mileage66,048 miles
Since last MOT+5,941 miles
PASS
Mileage60,107 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,107 miles
Since last MOT+4,322 miles
PASS
Mileage55,785 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

RegistrationRK51 NJO
MakeFord
ModelPuma
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1596cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeRK — Reading, Reading
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About RK51 NJO

What car is RK51 NJO?

RK51 NJO is an blue Ford Puma, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.

What is the mileage of RK51 NJO?

The last recorded mileage for RK51 NJO was 114,756 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RK51 NJO passed its MOT?

RK51 NJO has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2016.

Is RK51 NJO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK51 NJO 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 RK51 NJO?

RK51 NJO is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.