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At a glance
This 2001 Ford Puma Petrol 1679cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 98,627 miles on the clock, averaging 5,506 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 SY51 VWU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,627 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,379 |
| Average per year | 5,506 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SY51 VWU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Puma |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1679cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SY51 VWU
What car is SY51 VWU?
SY51 VWU is an green Ford Puma, petrol (1679cc). First registered in Inverness in 2001.
What is the mileage of SY51 VWU?
The last recorded mileage for SY51 VWU was 98,627 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY51 VWU passed its MOT?
SY51 VWU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2016.
Is SY51 VWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY51 VWU 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 SY51 VWU?
SY51 VWU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.