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M159 XVT

1995 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

100,880 mi
Last recorded100,880 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2006
Typical for 1995 Fiat Punto81,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM159 XVT
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2006 100,880 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

both offside and nearside front tyres oare of different size to the rear

nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 7 Aug 2006 100,880 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

nail in nearside rear tyre

the nearside front tyre and spare are of a different size to the rear

Fail 28 Jul 2006 100,837 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

travel on handbrake

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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M159 XVT is a 1995 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 XVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M159 XVT registered?

M159 XVT is a 1995 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 March 1995.

Is M159 XVT safe to buy?

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