MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
82,842 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
n/s handbrake cable insecure to body
o/s/f seat worn
Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M159 TVU is a 1995 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
Across all 1995 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 81,908 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 M159 TVU, 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 31 years old, this Fiat Punto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was M159 TVU registered?
M159 TVU is a 1995 Fiat Punto, first registered on 7 July 1995.
Is M159 TVU safe to buy?
The MOT history for M159 TVU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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