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V389 KFB

2000 Fiat Punto

Blue Diesel 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,323 mi
Last recorded132,323 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2014
Typical for 2000 Fiat Punto65,187 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV389 KFB
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2014 132,323 miles

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

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

near side front wheel bearing slightly rough

Fail 9 Jun 2014 132,323 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

near side front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 4 May 2013 120,814 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)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 May 2012 111,809 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 102,874 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 97,642 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 91,071 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 91,071 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 May 2008 90,719 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 90,719 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 88,622 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 88,622 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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V389 KFB is a 2000 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V389 KFB, 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 V389 KFB registered?

V389 KFB is a 2000 Fiat Punto, first registered on 26 January 2000.

Is V389 KFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V389 KFB shows 12 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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