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Ford Puma

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,388 cc

S43 MBKMOT history

S43 MBK is a silver petrol Ford Puma first used on 23 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 49,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
49,962 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 MBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Puma
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
23 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 MBK was last recorded at 49,962 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,933 miles · 17 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
2,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 49,962 miles
  • 2024 – 44,770 miles
  • 2023 – 39,197 miles
  • 2022 – 34,478 miles
  • 2021 – 29,929 miles
  • 2020 – 24,414 miles
  • 2019 – 21,322 miles
  • 2018 – 16,943 miles
  • 2017 – 16,103 miles
  • 2016 – 15,509 miles
  • 2015 – 14,691 miles
  • 2014 – 13,850 miles
  • 2013 – 12,874 miles
  • 2012 – 11,632 miles
  • 2011 – 10,549 miles
  • 2010 – 9,952 miles
  • 2009 – 9,457 miles
  • 2008 – 8,991 miles
  • 2007 – 8,589 miles
  • 2006 – 8,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,962 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,962 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    49,962 miles
    Test number
    103886658995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail49,962 miles (+29)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,962 miles
    Test number
    698363231162
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail49,933 miles (+5,163)2 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,933 miles
    Test number
    940764546003
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass44,770 miles (+5,573)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    44,770 miles
    Test number
    399288558681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass39,197 miles (+4,719)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    39,197 miles
    Test number
    957408114119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass34,478 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    34,478 miles
    Test number
    918223161913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail34,465 miles (+4,536)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,465 miles
    Test number
    566488009853
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass29,929 miles (+5,515)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    29,929 miles
    Test number
    211625955859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass24,414 miles (+3,092)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    24,414 miles
    Test number
    547770057408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass21,322 miles (+4,379)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    21,322 miles
    Test number
    306970274172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass16,943 miles (+840)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    16,943 miles
    Test number
    366087329941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass16,103 miles (+594)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    16,103 miles
    Test number
    886092152443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass15,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    15,509 miles
    Test number
    593634150213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail15,509 miles (+818)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,509 miles
    Test number
    802503892160
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass14,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    14,691 miles
    Test number
    937818225490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail14,689 miles (+839)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,689 miles
    Test number
    514177538922
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  17. Pass13,850 miles (+976)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    13,850 miles
    Test number
    226057144292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,874 miles (+1,242)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    12,874 miles
    Test number
    887397143279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass11,632 miles (+1,083)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    11,632 miles
    Test number
    828004352293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,549 miles (+597)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    10,549 miles
    Test number
    348888241271
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/f tyre sidewall

  21. Pass9,952 miles (+495)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    9,952 miles
    Test number
    852316450226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,457 miles (+466)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    9,457 miles
    Test number
    190605649279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,991 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    8,991 miles
    Test number
    214209158295
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail8,991 miles (+402)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,991 miles
    Test number
    444289058237
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass8,589 miles (+387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    8,589 miles
    Test number
    342364657248
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass8,202 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    8,202 miles
    Test number
    421117156288
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about S43 MBK

Does S43 MBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S43 MBK is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S43 MBK?
The MOT on S43 MBK is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S43 MBK done?
S43 MBK was recorded at 49,962 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 2,177 miles a year.
Has S43 MBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 MBK has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S43 MBK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S43 MBK find?
S43 MBK passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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