Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Ford Puma ST?

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 2022 Ford Puma ST?

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 2022 Ford Puma ST?

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 2022 Ford Puma ST reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,851 vehicles, the 2022 Ford Puma ST has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96.7%, 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 2022 Ford Puma ST?

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 (2022)

2,851 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96.7% first-time pass rate

2022 Ford Puma ST

CarHunch analysed 2,851 real MOT records for the 2022 Ford Puma ST. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Ford Puma ST is exceptionally reliable for its age, with a 95.2% first-time pass rate that sits 15 percentage points above the UK average—dangerously defective faults are rare at just 2.8%. This is a car that arrives at its MOT test in genuinely good condition.

At an average of 22,000 miles for a two-year-old model, these cars have been driven normally and aren't showing the wear patterns of neglect; the 0.07 average failures per vehicle and 0.7 advisories tell you that when something does need attention, it's usually minor. Check the service history carefully and have any advisory items—likely minor trim or sensor issues—inspected before purchase, but mechanically this is a strong used buy.

The 2022 Ford Puma ST passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (96.7% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

96.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.07

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

21k

Middle half: 16k–27k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 96.7% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 2,851 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 2,851 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.8% 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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Colour Breakdown

Based on 9,563 Ford Puma ST vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 27.8%

2,656

Blue 19.8%

1,896

Black 16.5%

1,582

Green 16.5%

1,577

White 14.2%

1,356

Red 5.2%

496

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Ford Puma ST 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.

20,797

typical

15,526

low mileage

27,142

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Ford Puma ST vehicles fall between 15,526 and 27,142 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,526 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.

✓ 15,526–27,142 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Ford Puma STs sit.

⚠ Over 36,641 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.07

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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