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Ford Puma buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Ford Puma costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 646 for sale right now.
Our take on the Ford Puma
Most for sale are petrols; diesels are rarer, at 2%. At the NCT, the 2021–2022 cars do better than other cars the same year. The 1.0 hybrid is the most common engine (69% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 200k km.
Check a Ford Puma's priceNCT pass rate by year
Used Ford Puma prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | €34,950 | 0k km | 40 |
| 2026 | €30,500 | 1k km | 77 |
| 2025 | €27,500 | 10k km | 44 |
| 2024 | €24,500 | 32k km | 122 |
| 2023 | €21,950 | 50k km | 178 |
| 2022 | €20,950 | 62k km | 61 |
| 2021 | €17,950 | 72k km | 93 |
| 2020 | €17,950 | 87k km | 31 |
Ford Puma NCT pass rate
How often Ford Pumas pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | Other cars, same year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 91% | 80% | |
| 2021 | 87% | 80% | |
| 2020 | 77% | 75% |
Most common reasons a 2023 Ford Puma fails: headlight aim (4.6% of tests), safety equipment (1.8% of tests), steering & suspension (1.8% of tests), wheel alignment (1.8% of tests).
Common Ford Puma problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 Hybrid | ~200k km | ~€180 | 304 |
| 1.0 Petrol | ~200k km | ~€180 | 134 |
1.0 Hybrid: usual problem: wet timing belt and coolant leaks (head gasket).
1.0 Petrol: usual problem: wet timing belt and coolant leaks (head gasket).
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Ford Puma
Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming belt kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils
Quick bits on Amazon
Faster delivery for small things.
Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter
Before you buy a used Ford Puma
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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