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AP51 EVL

2001 Fiat Punto

Gold Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,606 mi
Last recorded24,606 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 EVL
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2016 24,606 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 19,976 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 19,976 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 19,733 miles

Exhaust corroding

Pass 30 Aug 2012 19,657 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 19,286 miles

brake discs corroding

tyres low on pressure

wipers poor

Fail 2 Sep 2011 19,286 miles

wipers poor

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake discs corroding

tyres low on pressure

Pass 2 Sep 2010 19,051 miles

oil leak from gearbox

Fail 1 Sep 2010 19,051 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

oil leak from gearbox

Fail 28 Aug 2009 18,509 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 18,509 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2008 18,216 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 17,960 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 17,551 miles

Airbag light is on

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2005 17,108 miles

Front tyres have cracks and splits on the tread

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 EVL is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Gold with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AP51 EVL, 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

How do I check the history of AP51 EVL?

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What year was AP51 EVL registered?

AP51 EVL is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AP51 EVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 EVL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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