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W597 WHJ

2000 Fiat Punto

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,832 mi
Last recorded119,832 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2009
Typical for 2000 Fiat Punto65,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW597 WHJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2009 119,832 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 112,055 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 104,502 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 95,767 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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W597 WHJ is a 2000 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W597 WHJ, 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

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What year was W597 WHJ registered?

W597 WHJ is a 2000 Fiat Punto, first registered on 10 March 2000.

Is W597 WHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W597 WHJ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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