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AF51 VYL

2001 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

120,805 mi
Last recorded120,805 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 VYL
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2014 120,805 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 119,220 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 119,143 miles

Front Windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 117,162 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 117,121 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

E.M.L> on

Pass 29 Sep 2011 114,817 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Both front wipers slightly smearing

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 103,257 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

drivers external door handle stiff

offside dip light slightly dim

parking brake close to limit of travel(may require repair or adjustment)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 89,653 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise handbrake adjustment

Pass 26 Aug 2008 73,535 miles

windscreen marked by the wipers

Pass 23 Aug 2007 60,536 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 60,518 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 64,314 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2005 34,493 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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AF51 VYL 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 76.9%.

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 AF51 VYL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF51 VYL registered?

AF51 VYL is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 2 September 2001.

Is AF51 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 VYL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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