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W538 VFV

2000 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,357 mi
Last recorded81,357 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
Typical for 2000 Fiat Punto65,187 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW538 VFV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Jun 2014 81,357 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 72,500 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 63,415 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 60,234 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 60,234 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 56,499 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 51,991 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 46,302 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 40,510 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 34,543 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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W538 VFV is a 2000 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W538 VFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W538 VFV?

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What year was W538 VFV registered?

W538 VFV is a 2000 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 June 2000.

Is W538 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W538 VFV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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