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AK51 DWY

2001 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

58,739 mi
Last recorded58,739 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2025 58,739 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All Four (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Dec 2025 58,739 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All Four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2024 51,548 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Underbody components corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2023 48,682 miles

all under body corroded

exhaust leak

Pass 10 Nov 2022 48,368 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2022 48,362 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 47,663 miles

both headlights misting

Pass 9 Nov 2020 47,510 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre perished/cracked

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides centre floor pans (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 47,475 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre perished/cracked

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides centre floor pans (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 46,412 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 45,541 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 44,668 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 44,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 44,278 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 42,647 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 40,388 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 37,213 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 37,213 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 34,111 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 34,111 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 31,180 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 27,162 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 25,477 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 24,014 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 24,014 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 22,260 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 20,285 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 DWY is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 DWY, 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 DWY registered?

AK51 DWY is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is AK51 DWY safe to buy?

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