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S853 FGC

1999 Fiat Punto S 6

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,087 mi
Last recorded79,087 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2008
Typical for 1999 Fiat Punto S 667,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS853 FGC
MakeFiat
ModelPunto S 6
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2008 79,087 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

cambelt covers missing

Fail 22 Jul 2008 79,052 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

cambelt covers missing

Pass 20 Jul 2007 67,743 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 66,766 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 66,766 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 57,450 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto S 6?

Based on 4,193 MOT tests across 772 vehicles.

61.7%
Pass Rate
6,045
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
772
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 359
Direction indicator incorrect colour 287
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 260
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 236
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 234
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S853 FGC is a 1999 Fiat Punto S 6 in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Fiat Punto S 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 67,004 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto S 6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 359 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S853 FGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto S 6 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Fiat Punto S 6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S853 FGC registered?

S853 FGC is a 1999 Fiat Punto S 6, first registered on 30 January 1999.

Is S853 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S853 FGC 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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