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ML54 GUE

2004 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

81,119 mi
Last recorded81,119 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Fiat Punto56,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2020 81,119 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits far out of range (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid pipe at front holed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole inner sill to outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

under vehicle corrosion and to brake and suspension components

Pass 7 Dec 2018 78,492 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lamp cover missing also wing damaged

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 76,490 miles

Lower Coolant leak radiator hose ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement large rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement large rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 11 Dec 2017 76,490 miles

Lower Coolant leak radiator hose ()

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement large rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement large rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2016 74,244 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lamp cover missing also wing damaged (1.4.A.2e)

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

nearside outer sill damaged

Fail 1 Oct 2016 74,174 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 70,370 miles

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

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

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

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

corrosion to brake and suspension components

engine oil leak

Fail 16 Oct 2015 70,302 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light illuminated on dash (5.4.2)

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

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

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

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

corrosion to brake and suspension components

engine oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2014 65,523 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 Oct 2013 58,658 miles

Oil leak

Fail 1 Oct 2013 58,413 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Oct 2012 54,947 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 50,338 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 44,340 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 37,671 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 37,646 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 30,305 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 23,260 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 26 Sep 2007 23,260 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 GUE is a 2004 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 ML54 GUE, 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 GUE is a 2004 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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