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BG51 BFV

2001 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,062 mi
Last recorded92,062 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 BFV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 92,062 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 92,052 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases holed by flex (7.1.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer hold (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 90,328 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 90,106 miles

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 80,186 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)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 70,641 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 57,276 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 57,276 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 45,932 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 45,932 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 36,298 miles

back box outer skin starting to peel but not blowing

nearside rear tyre perishing

Pass 13 Nov 2007 33,006 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 29,197 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 29,177 miles

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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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BG51 BFV is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BG51 BFV, 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 BG51 BFV registered?

BG51 BFV is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 6 November 2001.

Is BG51 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 BFV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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