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AD51 BBV

2001 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

82,812 mi
Last recorded82,812 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 BBV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2013 82,812 miles

wiper motor juddering / wiper linkage play / both side repeter lenses missing / under body corrosion / n/s/f tyre on limit

Fail 20 Mar 2013 82,812 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

wiper motor juddering / wiper linkage play / both side repeter lenses missing / under body corrosion / n/s/f tyre on limit

Pass 20 Mar 2012 79,029 miles

ecu light on dash / slight movement in front wheels / underbody corrosion / oil leaks

headlight aims weak / front wipers jump when parking

Fail 20 Mar 2012 79,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

ecu light on dash / slight movement in front wheels / underbody corrosion / oil leaks

Pass 17 Mar 2011 73,690 miles

STRONG ADVICE = rear exhaust box heavily corroded & weakend / front exhaust join, flexy signs of blowing

coil springs corroded / front wipers in poor condition/ brake pipes corroded

Fail 17 Mar 2011 73,690 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

STRONG ADVICE = rear exhaust box heavily corroded & weakend / front exhaust join, flexy signs of blowing

coil springs corroded / front wipers in poor condition/ brake pipes corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2010 67,116 miles

both rear springs corroded

n/s side repeter lense missing

o/s/f tyre pressure low

Pass 23 Mar 2009 63,603 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 63,598 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 54,446 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

o/s/r tyre low on tread

Pass 4 Jan 2008 54,446 miles

o/s/r tyre low on tread

Pass 10 Mar 2007 47,168 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 38,940 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto?

Based on 6,712,102 MOT tests across 579,551 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,424
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
579,551
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 377,326
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231,791
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 192,244
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186,022
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 146,383
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AD51 BBV is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 61,285 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 377,326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD51 BBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Fiat Punto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD51 BBV registered?

AD51 BBV is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is AD51 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 BBV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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