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MF04 HZT

2004 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

98,627 mi
Last recorded98,627 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Fiat Punto56,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF04 HZT
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 98,627 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 98,620 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 93,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear bumper damaged

Fail 24 Jul 2018 93,412 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flange cracked (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative valve lever (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear bumper damaged

Pass 1 Aug 2017 90,667 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 90,667 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 83,902 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 73,776 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 66,831 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 62,070 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2012 57,200 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 48,636 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2011 48,603 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 41,826 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 34,575 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 32,788 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 32,788 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 13 Feb 2007 30,691 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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MF04 HZT is a 2004 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 56,088 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 MF04 HZT, 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 22 years old, this Fiat Punto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MF04 HZT is a 2004 Fiat Punto, first registered on 27 March 2004.

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