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S188 VPV

1998 Fiat Punto SX 85

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,459 mi
Last recorded98,459 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2009
Typical for 1998 Fiat Punto SX 8572,853 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS188 VPV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto SX 85
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2009 98,459 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

front floor sections corroded

front tyres bald on inner edges

fuel filter insecure

o/s/r body sill end holed and corroded

rear brakes in need of repair /adjustment foot and handbrake

rear number plate delaminating

track rod end boots both split

wear in steering column shaft /rack

Fail 5 Mar 2009 98,459 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

front floor sections corroded

front tyres bald on inner edges

fuel filter insecure

o/s/r body sill end holed and corroded

rear number plate delaminating

track rod end boots both split

wear in steering column shaft /rack

Pass 17 Mar 2008 93,331 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 87,247 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

both wiper blade rubbers split, still clearing screen effectively

Pass 17 Mar 2007 87,247 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

both wiper blade rubbers split, still clearing screen effectively

Pass 18 Mar 2006 81,425 miles

exhaust slight blow (been knocked)

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto SX 85?

Based on 2,790 MOT tests across 527 vehicles.

61.8%
Pass Rate
6,300
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 220
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 210
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 156
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 138
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 130
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S188 VPV is a 1998 Fiat Punto SX 85 in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Punto SX 85 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 72,853 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto SX 85 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S188 VPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto SX 85 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Fiat Punto SX 85 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S188 VPV?

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What year was S188 VPV registered?

S188 VPV is a 1998 Fiat Punto SX 85, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S188 VPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S188 VPV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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