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P158 RYU

1997 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

50,338 mi
Last recorded50,338 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Fiat Punto73,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP158 RYU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 50,338 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2015 49,842 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 49,842 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2014 49,754 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 15 May 2013 49,531 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 14 May 2012 49,364 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 May 2011 48,724 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 May 2011 48,724 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2010 48,228 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 May 2009 46,902 miles

rear exhaust corroded

rear number plate discoloured

tape on offside rear lens

Fail 22 May 2009 46,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear exhaust corroded

rear number plate discoloured

tape on offside rear lens

Fail 23 May 2008 46,420 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 23 May 2008 46,420 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 45,450 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 9 May 2007 45,450 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 May 2006 45,282 miles

non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 26 May 2006 45,282 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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

non obligatory mirror damaged

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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P158 RYU is a 1997 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 P158 RYU, 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.

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What year was P158 RYU registered?

P158 RYU is a 1997 Fiat Punto, first registered on 20 January 1997.

Is P158 RYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P158 RYU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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