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AV51 DFE

2001 Fiat Punto

Gold Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,235 mi
Last recorded61,235 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 DFE
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 61,235 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

VARIOUS UNDER BODY CORROSION

Fail 23 May 2019 61,086 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL HOLE (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

VARIOUS UNDER BODY CORROSION

Pass 6 Jun 2018 56,352 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlight lens dull (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

both front top shock mounts slightly notchy

vehicle underbody corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2016 46,905 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 46,872 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering both sides inner wheel arch as marked. (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 41,329 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 14 Oct 2015 41,329 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 6 Oct 2014 40,893 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 39,491 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 35,628 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 31,547 miles

both wiper blades deterioated

Pass 27 Sep 2010 29,801 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 26,522 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 23,364 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 20,156 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 20,150 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 15,988 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 12,716 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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AV51 DFE is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Gold with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AV51 DFE, 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 AV51 DFE registered?

AV51 DFE is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 4 September 2001.

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