Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 291 vehicles, the 2021 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto (2021)

291 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96.4% first-time pass rate

2021 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto

CarHunch analysed 291 real MOT records for the 2021 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Ford Puma ST-Line MHEV Auto is a genuinely reliable performer, with a first-time pass rate of 95.4% — well above the UK average of 80%. Dangerous defects are rare at just 1.7%, so safety isn't a concern on these cars.

At 22,610 miles on average, these vehicles are still relatively young and lightly used for their age, which explains the low failure rate of 0.12 per car. The 0.9 advisories per vehicle suggests minor wear items are starting to appear, but nothing structural — if you're buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection to flag any advisory issues and budget for routine maintenance sooner rather than later.

We have limited data for the 2021 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

96.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

1.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.12

Over 2.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

21k

Middle half: 14k–29k

For context

These stats describe 291 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 291 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (96%)	278	96.3%	0.12

Colour Breakdown

Based on 11,016 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 21.2%

2,331

Grey 20.3%

2,233

Blue 19.4%

2,135

Black 18.7%

2,065

White 11.1%

1,224

Red 9.3%

1,028

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

21,014

typical

13,926

low mileage

28,810

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Auto vehicles fall between 13,926 and 28,810 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 13,926 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 13,926–28,810 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Ford Puma ST Line MHEV Autos sit.

⚠ Over 38,893 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.12

Avg failures per vehicle

0.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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