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AO51 WZC

2001 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

136,722 mi
Last recorded136,722 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 WZC
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2013 136,722 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Aug 2013 136,267 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 121,433 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 5 Aug 2011 112,555 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

n/s and o/s floor corroding

Pass 5 Aug 2011 112,555 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

n/s and o/s floor corroding

Fail 6 Aug 2010 99,546 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

gear selection very poor

insufficient oil in engine to carry out emissions test(topped up to level with 1 litre)

wiper linkage worn

Pass 6 Aug 2010 99,546 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

gear selection very poor

insufficient oil in engine to carry out emissions test(topped up to level with 1 litre)

wiper linkage worn

Pass 4 Aug 2009 84,938 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 69,391 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing out of shape

rear number plate starting to de laminate

Fail 4 Aug 2008 69,391 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

o/s/r tyre wearing out of shape

rear number plate starting to de laminate

Pass 18 Aug 2007 57,799 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 49,673 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 39,601 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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AO51 WZC 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 69.2%.

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 AO51 WZC, 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 AO51 WZC registered?

AO51 WZC is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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