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R129 PCB

1998 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

57,039 mi
Last recorded57,039 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Fiat Punto69,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 PCB
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2016 57,039 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 57,039 miles

Centre Outer Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 57,032 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 57,032 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 57,021 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 57,021 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 56,997 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 56,967 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 56,874 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 56,874 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 56,772 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 56,772 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 56,662 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 56,662 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 56,482 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2007 56,258 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 56,258 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 56,050 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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R129 PCB is a 1998 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 69,210 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 R129 PCB, 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 28 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 R129 PCB registered?

R129 PCB is a 1998 Fiat Punto, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R129 PCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R129 PCB shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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