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MK04 BBU

2004 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,997 mi
Last recorded99,997 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Fiat Punto56,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK04 BBU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 99,997 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2017 95,522 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 18 Nov 2017 95,522 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 90,752 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 87,800 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 87,800 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear floors (5.2.6)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 81,068 miles

surface corrosion floors, passenger airbag switched off

Pass 3 Sep 2013 74,000 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 71,466 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 68,335 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 68,332 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 65,321 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 11 May 2009 57,017 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2008 50,026 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 50,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 41,106 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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MK04 BBU is a 2004 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MK04 BBU, 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 MK04 BBU registered?

MK04 BBU is a 2004 Fiat Punto, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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