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ML54 EXA

2004 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,607 mi
Last recorded55,607 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Fiat Punto56,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML54 EXA
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2016 55,607 miles

Nearside Rear park brake effort is low indicating that service is required (3.7B.6a)

Offside Front tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 2.75 mm (4.1E.1)

Offside Lower outer sill seat belt prescribed area has corrosion forming (5.2.6)

Offside Rear tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 2.59 mm (4.1E.1)

Park brake imbalance recorded across axle (2) is at 30% (3.7B.6b)

Fail 12 Jan 2016 55,499 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre at the outer side of the central band is devoid of tread (4.1E.1)

Nearside Front tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 1.82 mm (4.1E.1)

Nearside Rear park brake effort is low indicating that service is required (3.7B.6a)

Offside Front tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 2.75 mm (4.1E.1)

Offside Lower outer sill seat belt prescribed area has corrosion forming (5.2.6)

Offside Rear tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 2.59 mm (4.1E.1)

Park brake imbalance recorded across axle (2) is at 30% (3.7B.6b)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 48,732 miles

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)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside rear tyre sidewall cracked but no cords showing

Pass 2 Jan 2014 45,539 miles

(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2c)There is presence of engine oil around the lower sump area indicating that a slight leak is present

(3.5.1b)The nearside rear park brake cable has internal corrosion present,indicating that it is ready for renewal

(3.7A.6a)The nearside rear park brake effort recorded across axle (2) is low and indicates that it is ready for service

(3.7A.6b)The calculated park brake imbalance across axle (2) has been recorded at 39%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(4.1D.1b)The offside rear tyre walls are deteriorating

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.59mm

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have trims fitted

(6.4.1)The tailgate lock has a bolt insecure

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 2 Jan 2014 45,539 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2c)There is presence of engine oil around the lower sump area indicating that a slight leak is present

(3.5.1b)The nearside rear park brake cable has internal corrosion present,indicating that it is ready for renewal

(3.7A.6a)The nearside rear park brake effort recorded across axle (2) is low and indicates that it is ready for service

(3.7A.6b)The calculated park brake imbalance across axle (2) has been recorded at 39%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(4.1D.1b)The offside rear tyre walls are deteriorating

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.59mm

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have trims fitted

(6.4.1)The tailgate lock has a bolt insecure

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 8 Jan 2013 41,730 miles

(2c)The vehicle owner/presenter is advised that the engine oil level was very low prior to testing and accordingly has been topped up.It is recommended that the vehicle manufacturer recommendations are followed in future.

(3.5.1b)The nearside rear park brake outer cable covering indicates that the internal mechanism is corroding and should be given attention

(3.5.1g)The nearside front brake pads are wearing thin

(3.5.1g)The offside front brake pads are wearing thin

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(8.4.2)The bonnet release/retaining mechanism has a restriction of free movement present and is ready for service

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 8 Jan 2013 41,730 miles

(2c)The vehicle owner/presenter is advised that the engine oil level was very low prior to testing and accordingly has been topped up.It is recommended that the vehicle manufacturer recommendations are followed in future.

(3.5.1b)The nearside rear park brake outer cable covering indicates that the internal mechanism is corroding and should be given attention

(3.5.1g)The nearside front brake pads are wearing thin

(3.5.1g)The offside front brake pads are wearing thin

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(8.4.2)The bonnet release/retaining mechanism has a restriction of free movement present and is ready for service

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 17 Jan 2012 36,229 miles

(2c)The transmission unit has an oil leak present

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the presenter of the vehicle should have the necessary repairs carried out within a reasonable time period.

Fail 13 Jan 2012 36,170 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

(2c)The transmission unit has an oil leak present

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the presenter of the vehicle should have the necessary repairs carried out within a reasonable time period.

Pass 21 Jan 2011 30,976 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jan 2009 26,013 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 24,967 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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ML54 EXA is a 2004 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ML54 EXA, 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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ML54 EXA is a 2004 Fiat Punto, first registered on 4 October 2004.

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