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Ford Puma

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,679 cc

Y257 LVXMOT history

Y257 LVX is a blue petrol Ford Puma first used on 20 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 86,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
86,742 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 LVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Puma
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,679 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 LVX was last recorded at 86,742 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 5,559 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,183 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,559 miles
Average per year
3,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,742 miles
  • 2025 – 81,183 miles
  • 2024 – 76,862 miles
  • 2023 – 71,504 miles
  • 2022 – 71,499 miles
  • 2021 – 66,697 miles
  • 2020 – 62,675 miles
  • 2019 – 53,203 miles
  • 2018 – 47,301 miles
  • 2017 – 40,437 miles
  • 2016 – 35,050 miles
  • 2015 – 34,437 miles
  • 2014 – 32,877 miles
  • 2013 – 31,269 miles
  • 2012 – 28,726 miles
  • 2011 – 27,548 miles
  • 2010 – 26,324 miles
  • 2009 – 25,022 miles
  • 2008 – 23,850 miles
  • 2007 – 21,432 miles
  • 2006 – 18,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,742 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,742 miles (+5,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    86,742 miles
    Test number
    367638078969
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass81,183 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,183 miles
    Test number
    981869618626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,181 miles (+4,319)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,181 miles
    Test number
    529976611903
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

  4. Pass76,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    76,862 miles
    Test number
    532398852038
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail76,862 miles (+5,358)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,862 miles
    Test number
    464350822169
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass71,504 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,504 miles
    Test number
    465501541423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail71,503 miles (+4)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,503 miles
    Test number
    641518945623
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail71,499 miles (+4,802)1 dangerous13 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,499 miles
    Test number
    732872764059
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting missing Bolt Insecure (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  9. Pass66,697 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    66,697 miles
    Test number
    713610269843
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to sills and underside

  10. Fail66,696 miles (+4,021)4 major2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,696 miles
    Test number
    215498224087
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryNearside hand brake cable outer casing split,offside corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to sills and underside

  11. Pass62,675 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    62,675 miles
    Test number
    847437843729
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to underside

  12. Fail62,675 miles (+9,472)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,675 miles
    Test number
    859830646371
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryTwo litres of oil added to carry out test

  13. Pass53,203 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    53,203 miles
    Test number
    993648799376
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  14. Fail53,201 miles (+5,900)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,201 miles
    Test number
    707495859602
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mounting (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine oil filter appears perforated (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre uneven wear
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum

  15. Pass47,301 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    47,301 miles
    Test number
    664756891073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

  16. Fail47,301 miles (+6,864)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,301 miles
    Test number
    725823896082
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

  17. Pass40,437 miles (+5,387)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    40,437 miles
    Test number
    874127077702
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn slight movement but not yet excessive
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

  18. Pass35,050 miles (+613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    35,050 miles
    Test number
    635855156839
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass34,437 miles (+1,560)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    34,437 miles
    Test number
    500026701496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,877 miles (+1,608)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    32,877 miles
    Test number
    776383724249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,269 miles (+2,543)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    31,269 miles
    Test number
    967698123221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,726 miles (+1,178)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    28,726 miles
    Test number
    218499822223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,548 miles (+1,224)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    27,548 miles
    Test number
    718910231288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,324 miles (+1,302)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    26,324 miles
    Test number
    963728120259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,022 miles (+1,172)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    25,022 miles
    Test number
    543969229229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,850 miles (+2,418)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    23,850 miles
    Test number
    223042338209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,432 miles (+2,653)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    21,432 miles
    Test number
    160115427263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    18,779 miles
    Test number
    362903336207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y257 LVX

Does Y257 LVX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y257 LVX is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y257 LVX?
The MOT on Y257 LVX is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y257 LVX done?
Y257 LVX was recorded at 86,742 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 3,480 miles a year.
Has Y257 LVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 LVX has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y257 LVX 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 Y257 LVX find?
Y257 LVX passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive front diff seals.

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