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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Puma Petrol 1679cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 9 (47% pass rate). It has 144,703 miles on the clock, averaging 9,432 miles per year, above 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 SO02 VCG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,703 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,432 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SO02 VCG |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Puma |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1679cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SO02 VCG
What car is SO02 VCG?
SO02 VCG is an silver Ford Puma, petrol (1679cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SO02 VCG?
The last recorded mileage for SO02 VCG was 144,703 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO02 VCG passed its MOT?
SO02 VCG has had 17 MOT tests with a 47% pass rate (8 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2014.
Is SO02 VCG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO02 VCG 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 SO02 VCG?
SO02 VCG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.