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L161 HVM

1994 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,936 mi
Last recorded79,936 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2005
Typical for 1994 Fiat Punto85,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL161 HVM
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2005 79,936 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 79,936 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

bonnet struts defective

nail in tyre

oil leak

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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L161 HVM is a 1994 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.1% with a typical mileage of 85,848 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 L161 HVM, 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 32 years old, this Fiat Punto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L161 HVM registered?

L161 HVM is a 1994 Fiat Punto, first registered on 26 April 1994.

Is L161 HVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L161 HVM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L161 HVM have outstanding finance?

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