MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
80,434 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
STRONG SMELL OF PETROL BUT COULDN'T SEE ANY LEAKS MY BE ON TOP OF TANK.
STRONG SMELL OF PETROL BUT COULDN'T SEE ANY LEAKS MY BE ON TOP OF TANK.
How Reliable is the Fiat Punto SX 60?
Based on 14,342 MOT tests across 2,874 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R551 BWU is a 1997 Fiat Punto SX 60 in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1997 Fiat Punto SX 60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.3% with a typical mileage of 74,029 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Fiat Punto SX 60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R551 BWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Fiat Punto SX 60 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Fiat Punto SX 60 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R551 BWU?
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What year was R551 BWU registered?
R551 BWU is a 1997 Fiat Punto SX 60, first registered on 8 October 1997.
Is R551 BWU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R551 BWU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R551 BWU have outstanding finance?
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