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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass65,260 miles
  • 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))

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.

  • 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.

  1. 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))
  2. 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))
  3. 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))
  4. 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))
  5. 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))
  6. 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))
  7. 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))
  8. 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)
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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)
  13. 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
  14. 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)
  15. 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
  16. Pass15,769 miles (+1,743)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    15,769 miles
    Test number
    801714769148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,026 miles (+1,988)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,026 miles
    Test number
    103086268152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    12,038 miles
    Test number
    572239747105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. 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)
  20. 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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