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MJ04 LVC

2004 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

112,187 mi
Last recorded112,187 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 2004 Fiat Punto56,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ04 LVC
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 112,187 miles

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 May 2022 112,187 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2021 98,181 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 98,181 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill/wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill/wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp interacting with position lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 94,466 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 92,370 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear require attention (5.3.1 (b) (i))

cooling fan insecure

Fail 30 May 2019 92,370 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear require attention (5.3.1 (b) (i))

cooling fan insecure

Pass 31 May 2018 86,477 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 May 2018 86,477 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2016 76,797 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 76,797 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 65,375 miles

Nearside Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 65,375 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 56,462 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 56,459 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2013 53,103 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 48,920 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 48,919 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 May 2011 44,491 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 40,262 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 35,015 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 29,806 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 23,595 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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MJ04 LVC is a 2004 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 MJ04 LVC, 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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What year was MJ04 LVC registered?

MJ04 LVC is a 2004 Fiat Punto, first registered on 4 June 2004.

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