Ford Puma
From 4,589 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Pumas fare better: 2021 models pass at 90.7% vs 68.7% for 1999.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, caused 451 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 451 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 187 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 176 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 127 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 120 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 109 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated | 100 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 86 |
| a brake hose ferrule excessively corroded | 85 |
| headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective | 83 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 58.1% of Puma failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 24.3% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £229.
Fuel type matters
Hybrid versions pass at 90% while Petrol versions pass at 71.9%, a 18 percentage point gap.
Ford Puma on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 49,519 newly registered in the past year with 2,370 leaving, a net gain of 47,149. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 216,128 | 6,131 | +14,759 | -716 | +14,043 |
| 2025 Q2 | 201,936 | 6,280 | +11,030 | -592 | +10,438 |
| 2025 Q1 | 191,771 | 6,007 | +14,595 | -559 | +14,036 |
| 2024 Q4 | 177,658 | 6,084 | +9,135 | -503 | +8,632 |
| 2024 Q3 | 169,013 | 6,097 | +12,264 | -1,434 | +10,830 |
| 2024 Q2 | 158,291 | 5,989 | +10,955 | -486 | +10,469 |
| 2024 Q1 | 147,949 | 5,862 | +14,585 | -617 | +13,968 |
| 2023 Q4 | 134,007 | 5,836 | +12,002 | -0 | +12,499 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puma St-Line X Mhev | Petrol | 51,449 | 25% |
| Puma St-Line Mhev | Petrol | 46,654 | 23% |
| Puma Titanium Mhev | Petrol | 30,412 | 15% |
| Puma St-Line X Mhev Auto | Petrol | 16,022 | 8% |
| Puma St-Line Mhev Auto | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 9,904 | 5% |
| Puma St | Petrol | 9,062 | 4% |
| Puma Titanium Mhev Auto | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 7,686 | 4% |
| Puma St-Line Vignale Mhev | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 7,614 | 4% |
| Puma St-Line Vignale Mhev Auto | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 5,804 | 3% |
| Puma St Mhev Auto | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 4,250 | 2% |
| Puma St-Line X First Ed Mhev | Petrol | 3,391 | 2% |
| Puma Premium Ev | Battery Electric | 3,000 | 1% |
| Puma Select Ev | Battery Electric | 1,973 | <1% |
| Puma Titanium | Petrol | 1,973 | <1% |
| Puma Titanium First Ed Mhev | Petrol | 1,707 | <1% |
| Puma St-Line X Auto | Petrol | 1,429 | <1% |
| Puma St-Line X First Ed + Mhev | Petrol | 1,354 | <1% |
| Puma St-Line | Petrol | 1,241 | <1% |
| Puma Titanium Auto | Petrol | 1,239 | <1% |
| Puma St-Line X Mhev Cvt | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 972 | <1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 90.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2020 | 90% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution. |
| 2002 | 67.3% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 2001 | 70.1% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
3 earlier years
| 2000 | 65.8% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 1999 | 68.7% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 1998 | 69.3% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Pumas tested had between 51,984 and 104,778 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 83,876 median miles, the Puma has 0.033 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ford models
| Ford Fiesta | 72.9% |
| Ford Focus | 74.7% |
| Ford Transit | 70.4% |
| Ford Kuga | 82.2% |
| Ford Mondeo | 73.8% |
Common questions
What is the Ford Puma MOT pass rate?
The Ford Puma has a 72.3% MOT pass rate based on 4,589 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Puma?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Puma is the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, which caused 451 failures. Other common issues include the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired.
How many Ford Pumas are on UK roads?
There are 216,128 Ford Pumas currently licensed on UK roads, with 6,131 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Puma at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Puma is 83,876 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 51,984 and 104,778 miles.
Buying a used Puma?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 72.3% pass rate and an average repair bill of £229 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 58.1% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.