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P358 SMR

1996 Fiat Punto

Black Diesel 1698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,548 mi
Last recorded112,548 miles
Recorded on16 May 2008
Typical for 1996 Fiat Punto77,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP358 SMR
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,698cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2008 112,548 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 112,548 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 109,761 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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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P358 SMR is a 1996 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 77,864 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 P358 SMR, 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 30 years old, this Fiat Punto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P358 SMR registered?

P358 SMR is a 1996 Fiat Punto, first registered on 7 November 1996.

Is P358 SMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P358 SMR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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