
Ford Puma
Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,679 cc
T278 MLLMOT history
T278 MLL is a silver petrol Ford Puma first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 65,260 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2023.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 3 Apr 2024
- Mileage
- 65,260 mi
- At MOT on 4 Apr 2023
- MOT tests
- 20
- 17 passed · 3 failed
- Per year
- 3,223 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T278 MLL
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Puma
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,679 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 28 Jul 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 4 Apr 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
T278 MLL was last recorded at 65,260 miles on 4 Apr 2023, 925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2021.
- Previous MOT
- 64,335 miles · 1 Oct 2021
- Between the last two tests
- 925 miles
- Average per year
- 3,223 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 65,260 miles
- 2021 – 64,335 miles
- 2020 – 62,321 miles
- 2019 – 60,409 miles
- 2018 – 57,849 miles
- 2017 – 55,035 miles
- 2016 – 52,027 miles
- 2015 – 48,494 miles
- 2014 – 44,785 miles
- 2013 – 39,606 miles
- 2012 – 34,460 miles
- 2011 – 29,543 miles
- 2010 – 22,051 miles
- 2009 – 15,769 miles
- 2008 – 14,026 miles
- 2007 – 12,038 miles
- 2006 – 10,713 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
20 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass65,260 miles (+925)1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 65,260 miles
- Test number
- 350358100603
- MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Pass64,335 miles (+6)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 64,335 miles
- Test number
- 452768481706
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail64,329 miles (+2,008)4 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,329 miles
- Test number
- 342682604265
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass62,321 miles (+18)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 62,321 miles
- Test number
- 661988952220
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
Fail62,303 miles (+1,894)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,303 miles
- Test number
- 136318404628
- DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
Pass60,409 miles (+2,560)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 60,409 miles
- Test number
- 627792079670
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm rubbber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass57,849 miles (+2,814)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 57,849 miles
- Test number
- 605348181826
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass55,035 miles (+3,008)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 55,035 miles
- Test number
- 977775211257
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear to flexis (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam axle bushes (2.5.A.1a)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass52,027 miles (+3,533)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 52,027 miles
- Test number
- 973848204856
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from caliper (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNail in n/s/r tyre
Pass48,494 miles (+3,709)1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 48,494 miles
- Test number
- 357051145472
- AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear inner edges
- NoteSlight play n/s/f anti roll bar link
- NoteSlight play o/s/f anti roll bar bush
Pass44,785 miles (+5,179)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 44,785 miles
- Test number
- 755712144200
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteRear exhaust box outer case
Pass39,606 miles (+5,146)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 39,606 miles
- Test number
- 865400643211
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass34,460 miles (+4,917)1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 34,460 miles
- Test number
- 315991042282
- AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edges
- NoteFront pads low
- NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroded
Pass29,543 miles (+7,492)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 29,543 miles
- Test number
- 587772441203
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass22,051 miles (+6,282)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 22,051 miles
- Test number
- 622770460116
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteInner c v boot slght leak
Pass15,769 miles (+1,743)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 15,769 miles
- Test number
- 801714769148
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass14,026 miles (+1,988)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 14,026 miles
- Test number
- 103086268152
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass12,038 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 May 2008
- Odometer
- 12,038 miles
- Test number
- 572239747105
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail12,038 miles (+1,325)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 12,038 miles
- Test number
- 724529647107
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass10,713 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2007
- Odometer
- 10,713 miles
- Test number
- 272622926167
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T278 MLL
- Does T278 MLL currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T278 MLL expired on 3 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T278 MLL?
- The MOT on T278 MLL expired on 3 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T278 MLL done?
- T278 MLL was recorded at 65,260 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2023, an average of 3,223 miles a year.
- Has T278 MLL ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T278 MLL has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2021.
- Has the mileage on T278 MLL 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 T278 MLL find?
- T278 MLL passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: rear brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 9 more.
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