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AK51 AKG

2001 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2015
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,529 mi
Last recorded97,529 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 AKG
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2014 97,529 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

both rear jacking points been welded from inside

Fail 26 Sep 2014 97,519 miles

Nearside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

both rear jacking points been welded from inside

Pass 27 Sep 2013 95,213 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 95,213 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 91,984 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 86,725 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 73,985 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 68,622 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 68,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

hydraulic pipe corroded from clutch master cylinder.

Pass 13 Jul 2009 68,083 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 59,494 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 56,797 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 45,351 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 32,931 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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AK51 AKG is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AK51 AKG, 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 AK51 AKG registered?

AK51 AKG is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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