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GY52 BUV

2002 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,099 mi
Last recorded71,099 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Fiat Punto59,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY52 BUV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2014 71,099 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

Fail 5 Jun 2014 71,078 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)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 May 2013 64,187 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 64,187 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Battery insecure (1.9.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Macpherson strut slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 May 2012 62,769 miles

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

chunk out of o/s front tyre and n/s rear tyre

Pass 31 May 2011 59,601 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 53,043 miles

Oil leak

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

wear detected at steering mechanism not considered to be excessive

Fail 24 May 2010 52,998 miles

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2009 42,655 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 32,857 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 26,752 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 21,633 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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GY52 BUV is a 2002 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 59,323 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 GY52 BUV, 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 24 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 GY52 BUV registered?

GY52 BUV is a 2002 Fiat Punto, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is GY52 BUV safe to buy?

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