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R761 WCY

1971 Ford Puma

Silver Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,963 mi
Last recorded3,963 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR761 WCY
MakeFord
ModelPuma
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2006 3,963 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 3,947 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Ford Puma?

Based on 713,333 MOT tests across 56,808 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,410
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
56,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 62,649
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,167
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,837
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23,649
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20,373
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R761 WCY is a 1971 Ford Puma in Silver with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Ford Puma fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 62,649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R761 WCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Puma typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 55 years old, this Ford Puma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R761 WCY?

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What year was R761 WCY registered?

R761 WCY is a 1971 Ford Puma, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is R761 WCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R761 WCY shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R761 WCY have outstanding finance?

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