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DU09 TXO

2009 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,433 mi
Last recorded57,433 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2009 Fiat Punto56,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 TXO
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 57,433 miles

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

Alternator barings have failed causing loud scraping noise.

Fail 8 Mar 2017 57,433 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Alternator barings have failed causing loud scraping noise.

Pass 25 Feb 2016 44,634 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 18% (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front headlamp clouding

coolant level low

oil leak

under covers insecurer

Pass 17 Feb 2015 37,575 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 32,229 miles

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

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

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

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

n/s/f tyre wall badly scuffed

Pass 11 Feb 2013 26,348 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 26,343 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 19,887 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 27 Feb 2012 19,875 miles

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

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)

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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DU09 TXO is a 2009 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 56,596 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DU09 TXO, 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 17 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 DU09 TXO registered?

DU09 TXO is a 2009 Fiat Punto, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is DU09 TXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU09 TXO shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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