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DNZ 1591

2002 Fiat Punto Elx 16V

Green Other 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,827 mi
Last recorded58,827 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Fiat Punto Elx 16V55,081 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNZ 1591
MakeFiat
ModelPunto Elx 16V
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,242cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2025 58,827 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 57,382 miles
Pass 29 May 2023 55,017 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 52,948 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 51,252 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 49,412 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 47,537 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 45,819 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto Elx 16V?

Based on 708 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
7,839
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 76
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 32
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
Headlamp aim too low 25
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DNZ 1591 is a 2002 Fiat Punto Elx 16V in Green with a 1,242cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Fiat Punto Elx 16V models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 55,081 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto Elx 16V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DNZ 1591, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto Elx 16V typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Fiat Punto Elx 16V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DNZ 1591 registered?

DNZ 1591 is a 2002 Fiat Punto Elx 16V, first registered on 29 June 2002.

Is DNZ 1591 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNZ 1591 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DNZ 1591 have outstanding finance?

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