FORD PUMA ST-LINE X MHEV (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 13,080 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
13,080
Avg Mileage
24,855 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 FORD PUMA ST-LINE X MHEV 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 ST-LINE X MHEVs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 13,080 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 24,855 miles.
How does the 2021 FORD PUMA ST-LINE X MHEV compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 FORD PUMA ST-LINE X MHEV has 24,855 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-LINE X MHEV cost to run?
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-LINE X MHEV by Year
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About the 2021 FORD PUMA ST-LINE X MHEV
The 2021 FORD PUMA ST-LINE X MHEV is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 13,080 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It ranks in the top 22% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 24,855 miles at 3 years old, FORD PUMA ST-LINE X MHEV owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 FORD PUMA ST-LINE X MHEV Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 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-LINE X MHEV?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 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-LINE X MHEV Reliability Trend
The FORD PUMA ST-LINE X MHEV has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 FORD PUMA ST-LINE X MHEV
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. With 13,080 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2021 FORD PUMA ST-LINE X MHEV
The FORD PUMA ST-LINE X MHEV is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-4%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-7%) from 68,639 tests
- MINI COOPER (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 52,140 tests