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BF51 VXD

2001 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,781 mi
Last recorded59,781 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2013 59,781 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f wiper blade split on ends

Pass 22 Sep 2012 57,452 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 17 Sep 2012 57,436 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 54,829 miles

slight corrosion on oil sump

uneven wear on nearside front tyre

Pass 15 Sep 2010 52,414 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 48,981 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 46,668 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

engine ECU light on

Pass 13 Sep 2007 44,284 miles

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

all front brake pads wearing thin

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 40,912 miles

Oil leak

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 VXD is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 BF51 VXD, 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

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What year was BF51 VXD registered?

BF51 VXD is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BF51 VXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 VXD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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