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P134 WHY

1997 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

143,713 mi
Last recorded143,713 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Fiat Punto73,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP134 WHY
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2011 143,713 miles

n/s floor corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2009 141,269 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 141,269 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 140,643 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 140,643 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 128,366 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 46,540 miles

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)

offside anti rattle brake pad shim displaced

Pass 8 Nov 2006 102,071 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 102,069 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 16 Nov 2005 90,334 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 90,334 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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P134 WHY is a 1997 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P134 WHY, 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

How do I check the history of P134 WHY?

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What year was P134 WHY registered?

P134 WHY is a 1997 Fiat Punto, first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is P134 WHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P134 WHY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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