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AK51 BWP

2001 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

69,815 mi
Last recorded69,815 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2013 69,815 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 7 Dec 2013 69,815 miles

Oil leak

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 63,538 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 26 Nov 2012 63,538 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 57,306 miles

Clutch pedal very stiff

gear knob loose

Fail 26 Nov 2011 57,306 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Clutch pedal very stiff

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

gear knob loose

Fail 26 Nov 2010 51,570 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 51,570 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 47,113 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 47,113 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 42,941 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 42,912 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 38,834 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 30,418 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 30,375 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 BWP is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BWP, 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 BWP registered?

AK51 BWP is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 21 September 2001.

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