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Ford Puma

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,679 cc

S85 XUGMOT history

S85 XUG is a silver petrol Ford Puma first used on 29 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 70,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2025
Mileage
70,841 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S85 XUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Puma
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,679 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S85 XUG was last recorded at 70,841 miles on 22 Jan 2025, 2,401 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,440 miles · 19 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2,401 miles
Average per year
2,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 70,841 miles
  • 2024 – 68,440 miles
  • 2023 – 63,737 miles
  • 2022 – 63,736 miles
  • 2021 – 62,717 miles
  • 2020 – 62,262 miles
  • 2019 – 61,852 miles
  • 2018 – 61,458 miles
  • 2017 – 60,461 miles
  • 2016 – 58,400 miles
  • 2015 – 57,365 miles
  • 2014 – 56,093 miles
  • 2013 – 47,095 miles
  • 2012 – 44,880 miles
  • 2011 – 42,933 miles
  • 2010 – 41,148 miles
  • 2009 – 39,440 miles
  • 2008 – 37,499 miles
  • 2007 – 35,167 miles
  • 2006 – 32,387 miles
  • 2005 – 28,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail70,841 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.16 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under-side of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.2mm also worn on edges 195/50/R15 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.2mm also worn on edges and cracking 195/50/R15 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven on inside edge and slightly perished 195/50/R15 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil around under-side of engine and gearbox no leaks detected (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all under-side suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail70,841 miles (+2,401)5 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,841 miles
    Test number
    411994813099
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under-side of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.2mm also worn on edges 195/50/R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.2mm also worn on edges and cracking 195/50/R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven on inside edge and slightly perished 195/50/R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil around under-side of engine and gearbox no leaks detected (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all under-side suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass68,440 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    68,440 miles
    Test number
    551080948497
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail68,439 miles (+4,702)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,439 miles
    Test number
    562648057061
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass63,737 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    63,737 miles
    Test number
    346292271400
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  5. Fail63,736 miles (+1,017)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,736 miles
    Test number
    454210499811
    • MajorEmissions not tested Duo to blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  6. Pass62,719 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    62,719 miles
    Test number
    670739586591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the vehicle showing signs of corrosions

  7. Fail62,717 miles (+19)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,717 miles
    Test number
    854910678158
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill and floorpan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner and outer sill not fully welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill not fully welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll previous welded repairs are to a very poor standard

  8. Fail62,698 miles (+436)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,698 miles
    Test number
    366254633909
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass62,262 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,262 miles
    Test number
    154918205003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,260 miles (+408)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,260 miles
    Test number
    297157258972
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass61,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,852 miles
    Test number
    767887762114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,852 miles (+394)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,852 miles
    Test number
    699420018544
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

  13. Pass61,458 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,458 miles
    Test number
    564362590648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,455 miles (+994)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,455 miles
    Test number
    118442454865
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from heater pipe dripping

  15. Pass60,461 miles (+2,061)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,461 miles
    Test number
    379041530811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,400 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    58,400 miles
    Test number
    202113447424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail58,398 miles (+1,033)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,398 miles
    Test number
    898044795840
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass57,365 miles (+1,272)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,365 miles
    Test number
    683397716556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,093 miles (+8,998)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    56,093 miles
    Test number
    895685974227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,095 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,095 miles
    Test number
    165713773215
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass47,095 miles (+2,215)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,095 miles
    Test number
    638473973228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass44,880 miles (+1,947)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    44,880 miles
    Test number
    259208462231
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass42,933 miles (+1,785)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,933 miles
    Test number
    427077171244
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Pass41,148 miles (+1,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    41,148 miles
    Test number
    560360170288
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  25. Pass39,440 miles (+1,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,440 miles
    Test number
    512551879201
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  26. Pass37,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,499 miles
    Test number
    784758768208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail37,499 miles (+2,332)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,499 miles
    Test number
    512917368246
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  28. Pass35,167 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,167 miles
    Test number
    770776377283
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Fail35,167 miles (+2,780)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,167 miles
    Test number
    331316877254
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass32,387 miles (+4,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    32,387 miles
    Test number
    242525276238
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass28,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    28,343 miles
    Test number
    553986075206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S85 XUG

Does S85 XUG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S85 XUG expired on 18 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S85 XUG?
The MOT on S85 XUG expired on 18 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S85 XUG done?
S85 XUG was recorded at 70,841 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2025, an average of 2,201 miles a year.
Has S85 XUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S85 XUG has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S85 XUG 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 S85 XUG find?
S85 XUG failed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2025 with 5 major defects and 13 advisories: nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill; offside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear bush, and 15 more.

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