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FORD PUMA ST (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 3,958 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

95%

Total Tests (2024)

3,958

Avg Mileage

22,612 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

Is the 2021 FORD PUMA ST reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.

At 3 years old, 95% of FORD PUMA STs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 3,958 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 22,612 miles.

How does the 2021 FORD PUMA ST compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars744th out of 3,373(top 22%)
Rank among all FORD models137th out of 1,167(top 12%)
vs national average+13% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+3% (92% avg)
vs FORD average+10% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 FORD PUMA ST has 22,612 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

How much does a 2021 FORD PUMA ST cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1496cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,582
Per month£132/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

FORD PUMA ST by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202295%49721,224 mi
202195%3,95822,612 mi
202095%18322,500 mi

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About the 2021 FORD PUMA ST

The 2021 FORD PUMA ST is a small family car with a 1496cc petrol engine. 3,958 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 22% of all 2021 cars for reliability.

With an average of 22,612 miles at 3 years old, FORD PUMA ST owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 FORD PUMA ST Fuel Costs

The 1496cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 FORD PUMA ST?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

FORD PUMA ST Reliability Trend

The FORD PUMA ST has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2021 FORD PUMA ST

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

Alternatives to the 2021 FORD PUMA ST

The FORD PUMA ST is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: