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BF51 VWM

2001 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

93,206 mi
Last recorded93,206 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 VWM
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 93,206 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 88,570 miles

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)

Fail 17 Sep 2014 76,303 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 76,303 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 75,354 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 75,354 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 72,410 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 71,283 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 70,114 miles

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

oil leak from corroded sump

Fail 7 Sep 2010 70,114 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

oil leak from corroded sump

Pass 12 Sep 2009 67,406 miles

sump corroded causing slight oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2008 65,586 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 58,763 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 48,724 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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BF51 VWM is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BF51 VWM, 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 BF51 VWM registered?

BF51 VWM is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is BF51 VWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 VWM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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