Ford Puma (2001)
2001 Ford Puma
CarHunch analysed 13,507 real MOT records for the 2001 Ford Puma. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2001 Ford Puma struggles significantly against the UK average, with a first-time pass rate of just 69.7% compared to 80%, and more worryingly, a third of examples (33.1%) have recorded dangerous defects during their MOT history—a real red flag for structural or safety issues. This isn't a reliable used car by MOT standards.
At 71,984 miles on average, these Pumas are moderately worn for their age, yet they're still racking up 4.31 failures and 22.2 advisories per test, suggesting systemic wear rather than isolated problems. Before purchasing one, get a pre-buy inspection from a Ford-specialist mechanic and budget for imminent repairs—these cars need more than the typical 23-year-old will.
What to check before buying a 2001 Ford Puma
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 33.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 13,487 | 69.7% | 4.31 |
| Other (0%) | 15 | 71.7% | 0.93 |
| Diesel (0%) | 5 | 66.4% | 4.2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Ford Puma vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2001 Ford Puma vehicles fall between 57,100 and 84,950 miles.
2001 Ford Puma — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 491 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (6% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2001 Ford Puma
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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83.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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82.7%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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81.8%
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded
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81.3%
Oil leak
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77.5%
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded
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52.4%
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
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48.8%
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded
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46.2%
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2001. Counts include advisories and failures.
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