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R319 VKK

1997 Fiat Punto

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

166,331 mi
Last recorded166,331 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Fiat Punto73,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR319 VKK
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2014 166,331 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 159,653 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 Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 152,320 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2011 148,233 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 143,404 miles

Nearside Outer Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 139,605 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 136,288 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 133,051 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 133,033 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2005 119,712 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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R319 VKK is a 1997 Fiat Punto in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R319 VKK, 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 R319 VKK registered?

R319 VKK is a 1997 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R319 VKK safe to buy?

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