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Ford Puma

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,679 cc

T778 VKJMOT history

T778 VKJ is a blue petrol Ford Puma first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2018 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 183,447 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2018
Mileage
183,447 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T778 VKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Puma
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,679 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2018
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T778 VKJ was last recorded at 183,447 miles on 24 Aug 2022, 8,898 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,549 miles · 12 Dec 2017
Between the last two tests
8,898 miles
Average per year
7,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 183,447 miles
  • 2017 – 174,549 miles
  • 2015 – 156,012 miles
  • 2014 – 148,764 miles
  • 2013 – 141,721 miles
  • 2012 – 136,591 miles
  • 2011 – 127,399 miles
  • 2010 – 116,871 miles
  • 2009 – 107,416 miles
  • 2008 – 99,301 miles
  • 2007 – 89,160 miles
  • 2006 – 76,147 miles
  • 2005 – 63,507 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail183,447 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail183,447 miles (+8,898)2 dangerous19 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,447 miles
    Test number
    690377892654
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass174,549 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    174,549 miles
    Test number
    913919325819
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  3. Fail174,532 miles (+18,520)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,532 miles
    Test number
    133025649609
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  4. Pass156,012 miles (+7,248)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    156,012 miles
    Test number
    349811762940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass148,764 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    148,764 miles
    Test number
    827651304374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear wheel arch has slight corrosion

  6. Fail148,764 miles (+7,043)8 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,764 miles
    Test number
    697010304392
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside front inner driveshaft gaiter deteriated
    • NoteOffside rear wheel arch has slight corrosion

  7. Pass141,721 miles (+8)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    141,721 miles
    Test number
    897707653284
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion on offside quarter panel
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing
    • NoteNearside front lower arm has surface corrosion on
    • NoteNearside front shockabsorber weak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing
    • NoteOil around base of engine

  8. Fail141,713 miles (+5,122)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,713 miles
    Test number
    869073143216
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside front lower arm has surface corrosion on

  9. Pass136,591 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    136,591 miles
    Test number
    237404152307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail136,591 miles (+9,192)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,591 miles
    Test number
    779253752366
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass127,399 miles (+10,528)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    127,399 miles
    Test number
    628514851369
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low.

  12. Pass116,871 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    116,871 miles
    Test number
    742311150343
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear axle bushes deteriorating,offside rear tyre wearing unevenly,nearside front tyre has slight wear and wheel slightly buckled.

  13. Fail116,871 miles (+9,455)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,871 miles
    Test number
    352721350330
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear axle bushes deteriorating,offside rear tyre wearing unevenly,nearside front tyre has slight wear and wheel slightly buckled.

  14. Pass107,416 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    107,416 miles
    Test number
    943618149371
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated

  15. Fail107,416 miles (+8,115)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,416 miles
    Test number
    343108049316
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated

  16. Pass99,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    99,301 miles
    Test number
    441562258362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail99,301 miles (+10,141)3 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,301 miles
    Test number
    323611058339
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • NoteTracking to be checked,o/s/r tyre worn unevenly

  18. Pass89,160 miles (+13,013)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    89,160 miles
    Test number
    582052657329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteInner edges of both front tyres wearing low,suspect tracking required

  19. Pass76,147 miles (+12,640)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    76,147 miles
    Test number
    151122346382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear wiper blade u/s †slight oil leak front of engine †o/s/f brake flexible hose deteriorating †oil leaking into spark plug chamber †battery colour indicator dark(battery poor)

  20. Pass63,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    63,507 miles
    Test number
    644893745301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T778 VKJ

Does T778 VKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T778 VKJ expired on 11 Dec 2018, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T778 VKJ?
The MOT on T778 VKJ expired on 11 Dec 2018. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T778 VKJ done?
T778 VKJ was recorded at 183,447 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2022, an average of 7,179 miles a year.
Has T778 VKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T778 VKJ has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T778 VKJ 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 T778 VKJ find?
T778 VKJ failed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 19 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; offside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 23 more.

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