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P122 XEU

1997 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,695 mi
Last recorded41,695 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Fiat Punto73,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP122 XEU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2010 41,695 miles

Drivers floor mat dangerous

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside rear tyre has ozone cracking on sidewall

Fail 7 Jun 2010 41,695 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Drivers floor mat dangerous

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside rear tyre has ozone cracking on sidewall

Pass 19 Nov 2007 41,600 miles

Front number plate cracked

Pass 17 Nov 2006 39,411 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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P122 XEU is a 1997 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 73,977 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 P122 XEU, 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 29 years old, this Fiat Punto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P122 XEU registered?

P122 XEU is a 1997 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is P122 XEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P122 XEU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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