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W421 HRM

2000 Fiat Punto Elx 16V

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

89,679 mi
Last recorded89,679 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2008
Typical for 2000 Fiat Punto Elx 16V68,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW421 HRM
MakeFiat
ModelPunto Elx 16V
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2008 89,679 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 89,676 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 81,144 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 72,225 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

parking brake performance only just above requiments

Fail 3 May 2006 72,225 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

parking brake performance only just above requiments

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto Elx 16V?

Based on 708 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
7,839
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 76
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 32
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
Headlamp aim too low 25
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W421 HRM is a 2000 Fiat Punto Elx 16V in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Punto Elx 16V models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 68,028 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 Punto Elx 16V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W421 HRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto Elx 16V typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Fiat Punto Elx 16V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W421 HRM registered?

W421 HRM is a 2000 Fiat Punto Elx 16V, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W421 HRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W421 HRM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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