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R253 TWL

1997 Fiat Punto SX 6

Turquoise Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

46,361 mi
Last recorded46,361 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2008
Typical for 1997 Fiat Punto SX 672,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR253 TWL
MakeFiat
ModelPunto SX 6
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2008 46,361 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both rear coil springs rusting

oil sump rusting

Fail 10 Mar 2008 46,361 miles

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both rear coil springs rusting

oil sump rusting

Fail 5 Dec 2007 45,675 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2007

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

both rear jacking points corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2006 39,652 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto SX 6?

Based on 2,412 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

61.4%
Pass Rate
6,122
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175
Direction indicator incorrect colour 164
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 157
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 154
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R253 TWL is a 1997 Fiat Punto SX 6 in Turquoise with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Punto SX 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.0% with a typical mileage of 72,877 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto SX 6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R253 TWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto SX 6 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Punto SX 6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R253 TWL registered?

R253 TWL is a 1997 Fiat Punto SX 6, first registered on 30 August 1997.

Is R253 TWL safe to buy?

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