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V281 EVF

2000 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,314 mi
Last recorded56,314 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 Fiat Punto65,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV281 EVF
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 56,314 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Nov 2017 56,312 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 51,254 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 47,633 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 47,633 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 44,760 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 43,692 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 41,099 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 41,099 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 39,723 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 37,552 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 36,234 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 34,182 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 32,818 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 30,308 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 29,338 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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V281 EVF is a 2000 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 V281 EVF, 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 V281 EVF registered?

V281 EVF is a 2000 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V281 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V281 EVF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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