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V242 FWF

2000 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,416 mi
Last recorded61,416 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 2000 Fiat Punto65,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV242 FWF
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2017 61,416 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre section Brocken. (7.1.1)

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides. (1.8)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill. (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill. (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section. (7.1.2)

Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides lower arms rear bushes. (2.4.G.2)

Front sub frame corroded.

Fuel pipes corroded.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit uneven wear inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides bushes. (2.7.4)

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

oil leak.

sills, floor chassis all dry and has corrosion throughout vehicle.

Pass 23 Mar 2016 53,172 miles

ferrules corroded

underbody corroded

Pass 23 Feb 2015 50,811 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 47,343 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 43,938 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 43,938 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 40,215 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)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 37,375 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 34,402 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 31,282 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 31,282 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 28,471 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 25,582 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 22,745 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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V242 FWF is a 2000 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 65,187 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 V242 FWF, 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 26 years old, this Fiat Punto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V242 FWF registered?

V242 FWF is a 2000 Fiat Punto, first registered on 25 February 2000.

Is V242 FWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V242 FWF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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