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AP51 VVN

2001 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

102,361 mi
Last recorded102,361 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 VVN
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 102,361 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 29 Oct 2018 102,361 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 97,676 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 91,496 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 85,415 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 85,415 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 82,968 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear exhaust mount rubber slightly deterated

various areas of corrosion underside of vehicle

Fail 18 Aug 2014 82,968 miles

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

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

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear exhaust mount rubber slightly deterated

various areas of corrosion underside of vehicle

Pass 17 Aug 2013 79,848 miles

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

rear floorpans corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2012 77,519 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 11 Aug 2011 73,052 miles

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

n/s/r seat belt clasp missing

Pass 29 Jul 2010 68,568 miles

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

near side front disc poor condition

Pass 10 Aug 2009 59,808 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 52,227 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 45,456 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 45,456 miles

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

front tyres worn smooth on edges

Pass 14 Aug 2006 35,176 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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 VVN is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VVN, 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 AP51 VVN registered?

AP51 VVN is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 12 November 2001.

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