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

Based on MOT data from 334 vehicles, the 2021 Ford Puma ST Line Vignale MHEV Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96.1%, 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 Vignale 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 Vignale MHEV Auto (2021)

334 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96.1% first-time pass rate

2021 Ford Puma ST Line Vignale MHEV Auto

CarHunch analysed 334 real MOT records for the 2021 Ford Puma ST Line Vignale 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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Moderate sample. 334 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2021 Ford Puma is a strong performer on the MOT bench, with a 95% first-time pass rate that significantly outpaces the UK average of 80%—and only 4.2% of tested vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, well below concern territory. The petrol engine variant (which makes up the fleet) maintains that same 95% pass rate across the board.

These cars are running light for their age, averaging just 20,654 miles, which explains the minimal failure rate of 0.12 per vehicle and suggests owners are treating them as relatively short-journey runabouts. The 1.1 advisories per vehicle are routine maintenance cues rather than structural problems—typical wear items you'd expect on a three-year-old SUV. If you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection should focus on the hybrid battery health and coolant system integrity, as these are where early-mileage issues tend to surface on this generation.

The 2021 Ford Puma ST Line Vignale MHEV Auto passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (96.1% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

96.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.12

Over 2.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

18k

Middle half: 13k–26k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 96.1% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 334 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 334 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.2% 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 (97%)	323	96.2%	0.11

Colour Breakdown

Based on 6,172 Ford Puma ST Line Vignale MHEV Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 25.7%

1,587

Silver 20.2%

1,245

Black 16.3%

1,007

Blue 16.1%

995

White 11.2%

689

Red 10.5%

649

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Ford Puma ST Line Vignale 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.

17,996

typical

13,247

low mileage

25,837

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Ford Puma ST Line Vignale MHEV Auto vehicles fall between 13,247 and 25,837 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 13,247 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.

✓ 13,247–25,837 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Ford Puma ST Line Vignale MHEV Autos sit.

⚠ Over 34,879 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

1.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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