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AP51 DBO

2001 Fiat Punto

Yellow Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,263 mi
Last recorded108,263 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 DBO
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2014 108,263 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 10,789 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 101,499 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 97,061 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 91,211 miles

front springs have been cut

Pass 5 Oct 2009 81,109 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 67,455 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 56,419 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 56,419 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 47,065 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 38,777 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 38,671 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front (aftermarket) springs do not appear to seat correctly on platforms.

Nearside rear seat belt not tested due to childs seat fitment.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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AP51 DBO is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Yellow with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AP51 DBO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP51 DBO registered?

AP51 DBO is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is AP51 DBO safe to buy?

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