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BK51 DCV

2001 Fiat Punto

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,465 mi
Last recorded71,465 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2011
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK51 DCV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2011 71,465 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 64,746 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 28 Jul 2010 64,746 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Jul 2009 58,646 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake discs corroded on edges

Pass 24 Jul 2008 52,377 miles

front brake discs corroded on edges

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 22 Jul 2008 52,377 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake discs corroded on edges

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Jul 2007 45,888 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 45,888 miles

rear brakes in need of attention

Pass 15 Jul 2006 37,085 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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BK51 DCV is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,910cc diesel 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 BK51 DCV, 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 BK51 DCV registered?

BK51 DCV is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is BK51 DCV safe to buy?

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