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AV51 VXR

2001 Fiat Punto Elx 8V

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,688 mi
Last recorded52,688 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2007
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto Elx 8V55,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 VXR
MakeFiat
ModelPunto Elx 8V
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2007 52,688 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 43,319 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 43,319 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 37,279 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto Elx 8V?

Based on 3,041 MOT tests across 651 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
7,311
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 299
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 208
parking brake recording little or no effort 127
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 104
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 96
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AV51 VXR is a 2001 Fiat Punto Elx 8V in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Punto Elx 8V models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 55,305 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto Elx 8V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 299 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV51 VXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto Elx 8V typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Fiat Punto Elx 8V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV51 VXR?

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What year was AV51 VXR registered?

AV51 VXR is a 2001 Fiat Punto Elx 8V, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is AV51 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 VXR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV51 VXR have outstanding finance?

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