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Ford Puma

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,388 cc

V720 HTGMOT history

V720 HTG is a silver petrol Ford Puma first used on 30 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Oct 2021 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 84,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Oct 2021
Mileage
84,126 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2021
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,114 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V720 HTG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Puma
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

V720 HTG was last recorded at 84,126 miles on 29 Oct 2021, 2,737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,389 miles · 27 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
2,737 miles
Average per year
4,114 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 84,126 miles
  • 2020 – 81,389 miles
  • 2019 – 78,329 miles
  • 2018 – 72,660 miles
  • 2017 – 67,740 miles
  • 2016 – 61,442 miles
  • 2015 – 56,204 miles
  • 2014 – 52,627 miles
  • 2013 – 48,570 miles
  • 2012 – 42,177 miles
  • 2011 – 38,179 miles
  • 2010 – 33,218 miles
  • 2009 – 29,432 miles
  • 2008 – 27,099 miles
  • 2007 – 24,905 miles
  • 2006 – 22,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail84,126 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail84,126 miles (+2,737)2 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,126 miles
    Test number
    758523040138
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass81,389 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,389 miles
    Test number
    690350702437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail81,389 miles (+3,060)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,389 miles
    Test number
    302228349159
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seat mounting/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass78,329 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,329 miles
    Test number
    729812026755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail78,329 miles (+5,669)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,329 miles
    Test number
    381790943091
    • MajorFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arch corroded resulting in sharp and jagged edges

  6. Pass72,660 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    72,660 miles
    Test number
    937234995238
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrosion various requires treatment

  7. Fail72,660 miles (+4,920)2 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,660 miles
    Test number
    465703368208
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis and under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrosion various requires treatment

  8. Pass67,740 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    67,740 miles
    Test number
    930744425929
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Fail67,740 miles (+6,298)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,740 miles
    Test number
    941832739716
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass61,442 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,442 miles
    Test number
    953782808787
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corosion various

  11. Fail61,442 miles (+5,238)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,442 miles
    Test number
    772331108633
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill and under arch (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass56,204 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    56,204 miles
    Test number
    985289242700
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corosion general needs treatment

  13. Fail56,204 miles (+3,577)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,204 miles
    Test number
    782120717975
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corosion general needs treatment

  14. Pass52,627 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    52,627 miles
    Test number
    117309484223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail52,627 miles (+4,057)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,627 miles
    Test number
    737469784256
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass48,570 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,570 miles
    Test number
    415004183208
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail48,570 miles (+6,393)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,570 miles
    Test number
    317344383475
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass42,177 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    42,177 miles
    Test number
    166872792231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail43,177 miles (+4,998)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,177 miles
    Test number
    348362692294
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass38,179 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    38,179 miles
    Test number
    239371691209
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Fail38,179 miles (+4,961)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,179 miles
    Test number
    978521591298
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteLight surface corrosion underbody treatment reqd,

  22. Pass33,218 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    33,218 miles
    Test number
    983541390255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront brake disc(s) worn
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail33,218 miles (+3,786)1 failure9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,218 miles
    Test number
    751051290264
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront brake disc(s) worn
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass29,432 miles (+2,333)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,432 miles
    Test number
    483027029346
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBackbox corroded
    • NoteSlight play in rear axle bushes

  25. Pass27,099 miles (+2,194)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,099 miles
    Test number
    600479418397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,905 miles (+2,278)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    24,905 miles
    Test number
    430329917378
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNoise from engine on idle

  27. Pass22,627 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    22,627 miles
    Test number
    202111926390
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NotePower steering pump has a slight leak
    • NoteRear axle bushes starting to split

Questions about V720 HTG

Does V720 HTG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V720 HTG expired on 26 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V720 HTG?
The MOT on V720 HTG expired on 26 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V720 HTG done?
V720 HTG was recorded at 84,126 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2021, an average of 4,114 miles a year.
Has V720 HTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V720 HTG has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on V720 HTG 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 V720 HTG find?
V720 HTG failed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2021 with 2 dangerous defects and 11 major defects: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 10 more.

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