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Ford Puma

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,679 cc

S785 SUHMOT history

S785 SUH is a black petrol Ford Puma first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 77,490 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
77,490 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S785 SUH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Puma
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,679 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S785 SUH was last recorded at 77,490 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,471 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,490 miles
  • 2024 – 77,471 miles
  • 2016 – 77,386 miles
  • 2015 – 77,341 miles
  • 2014 – 72,712 miles
  • 2013 – 67,196 miles
  • 2011 – 66,760 miles
  • 2010 – 65,023 miles
  • 2007 – 64,995 miles
  • 2006 – 63,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,490 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All flexible brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield insecure but not likely to become detached
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Metal brake line in wheel arch area covered in other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Metal brake line in wheel arch area covered in other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

14 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,490 miles (+19)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    77,490 miles
    Test number
    997700945961
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All flexible brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield insecure but not likely to become detached
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Metal brake line in wheel arch area covered in other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Metal brake line in wheel arch area covered in other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail77,471 miles (+85)5 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,471 miles
    Test number
    311377112149
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision Bolt missing from anchorage (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision Bolt missing from anchorage (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel Both sides no effort (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% Imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding All brakes excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,386 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    77,386 miles
    Test number
    113823368371
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight chips to windscreen

  4. Fail77,386 miles (+45)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,386 miles
    Test number
    821723480829
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight chips to windscreen

  5. Pass77,341 miles (+4,629)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    77,341 miles
    Test number
    938359295072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,712 miles (+5,516)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,712 miles
    Test number
    597150274013
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Pass67,196 miles (+436)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    67,196 miles
    Test number
    847473873078
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  8. Pass66,760 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    66,760 miles
    Test number
    587846851390
    • NoteExhaust system starting to corrode
    • NoteFront discs starting to wear
    • NoteSlight chips to windscreen

  9. Fail66,760 miles (+1,737)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,760 miles
    Test number
    537086051340
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteExhaust system starting to corrode
    • NoteFront discs starting to wear
    • NoteSlight chips to windscreen

  10. Pass65,023 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    65,023 miles
    Test number
    453786750371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust starting to corrode
    • NoteLight corrosion front brake discs
    • NotePower steering pipes starting to corrode

  11. Fail65,023 miles (+28)3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,023 miles
    Test number
    634716150351
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust starting to corrode
    • NoteLight corrosion front brake discs
    • NotePower steering pipes starting to corrode

  12. Pass64,995 miles (+1,688)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    64,995 miles
    Test number
    814192707351
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass63,307 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    63,307 miles
    Test number
    503659376086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,306 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,306 miles
    Test number
    121696776021
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S785 SUH

Does S785 SUH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S785 SUH is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S785 SUH?
The MOT on S785 SUH is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S785 SUH done?
S785 SUH was recorded at 77,490 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 691 miles a year.
Has S785 SUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S785 SUH has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S785 SUH 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 S785 SUH find?
S785 SUH passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexible brake hose ferrules; centre exhaust heat shield insecure but not likely to become detached, and 7 more.

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