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MF54 VDL

2004 Fiat Punto

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,244 mi
Last recorded113,244 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Fiat Punto56,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF54 VDL
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 113,244 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 113,241 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2017 103,626 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 11 Sep 2017 103,626 miles

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 95,742 miles

engine leaking oil

Pass 30 Sep 2015 78,779 miles

oil leak

Fail 25 Sep 2015 78,778 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2014 74,175 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 67,446 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 61,366 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 54,446 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 48,278 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 42,010 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 34,594 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 25,833 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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MF54 VDL is a 2004 Fiat Punto in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MF54 VDL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MF54 VDL registered?

MF54 VDL is a 2004 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is MF54 VDL safe to buy?

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