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SM59 LBY

2009 Fiat Grande Punto

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,408 mi
Last recorded94,408 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Fiat Grande Punto56,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 LBY
MakeFiat
ModelGrande Punto
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 94,408 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 94,408 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2022 85,132 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 80,851 miles

all tyres have perished sidewalls

Fail 23 Aug 2021 80,842 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

all tyres have perished sidewalls

Pass 18 Aug 2020 78,747 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 75,630 miles

Front Brake pads getting low

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine sump corroded

Fail 4 Nov 2019 75,630 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pads getting low

Pass 15 Oct 2018 67,433 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Oct 2018 67,433 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 60,142 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 53,034 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 53,034 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 47,916 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 38,581 miles

exhaust down pipe mounting broken

Pass 15 Nov 2013 32,537 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 24,667 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 24,667 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Fiat Grande Punto?

Based on 204,412 MOT tests across 13,115 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
5,555
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
13,115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 4,569
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,192
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 1,739
position lamp(s) not working 1,714
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SM59 LBY is a 2009 Fiat Grande Punto in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Fiat Grande Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 56,689 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 Grande Punto fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 4,569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM59 LBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Grande Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Fiat Grande Punto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM59 LBY registered?

SM59 LBY is a 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, first registered on 20 November 2009.

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