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AK51 XAZ

2001 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,941 mi
Last recorded97,941 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 XAZ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 97,941 miles

Front subframe corroded

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

Rear inner arches corroded

corrosion throughout under side of vehicle

Fail 25 Apr 2017 97,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front subframe corroded

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

Rear brake efforts low

Rear inner arches corroded

corrosion throughout under side of vehicle

Pass 27 Apr 2016 92,162 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2015 83,416 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 May 2014 76,253 miles

both rear tyre walls scuffed / cracking tyres close to limit

both rear tyres nailed

corrosion in prescribed areas

engine wet with oil

exhaust heatsheild insecure system corroded

flex ferruals corroded

most brake pipes showing corrosion

nearside rear wheel rim slight damage

suspension coil springs corroded

Fail 16 Apr 2014 76,164 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

all other tyre edges worn tyres worn very close to limit

corrosion in prescribed areas

engine wet with oil

exhaust heatsheild insecure system corroded

flex ferruals corroded

front brake pads worn thin

most brake pipes showing corrosion

most tyre walls cracking

nearside rear wheel rim slight damage

suspension coil springs corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2013 71,670 miles

All tyres worn close to limit and tyre valves poor in condition

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust rear heat sheild insecure

Oil leak

Prescribed and none prescribed areas surface corrosion

Rear suspension coil springs surface corrosion

Fail 9 Apr 2013 71,670 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Inner Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

All tyres worn close to limit and tyre valves poor in condition

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust rear heat sheild insecure

Oil leak

Prescribed and none prescribed areas surface corrosion

Rear suspension coil springs surface corrosion

Pass 5 Jan 2012 66,738 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside/offside front and rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Nearside/offside rear tyre valves slight damage due to wheel trims

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

Oil leak

Prescribed and none prescribed areas heavy surface corrosion

Rear exhaust heat sheild insecure

Fail 5 Jan 2012 66,738 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside/offside front and rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Nearside/offside rear tyre valves slight damage due to wheel trims

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

Prescribed and none prescribed areas heavy surface corrosion

Rear exhaust heat sheild insecure

Pass 17 Dec 2010 61,228 miles

wipers slow to park

Pass 17 Dec 2009 55,225 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 47,875 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 42,023 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 36,134 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 29,333 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 XAZ is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XAZ, 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 XAZ registered?

AK51 XAZ is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 18 December 2001.

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