MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
121,773 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Oil leak
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
How Reliable is the Fiat Punto SX 75?
Based on 2,684 MOT tests across 543 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R257 AYA is a 1997 Fiat Punto SX 75 in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1997 Fiat Punto SX 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.2% with a typical mileage of 77,101 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 SX 75 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 255 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R257 AYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Fiat Punto SX 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Punto SX 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R257 AYA registered?
R257 AYA is a 1997 Fiat Punto SX 75, first registered on 29 September 1997.
Is R257 AYA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R257 AYA shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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