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WG16 PLX

2016 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

48,910 mi
Last recorded48,910 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Fiat Punto35,566 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG16 PLX
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 48,910 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 44,715 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 43,034 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 41,360 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 40,383 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2022 40,383 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 39,626 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2021 39,626 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre also cracked/perished. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 39,011 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Started to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 37,798 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 37,798 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjusted at test. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Replaced at test (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Replaced at test. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 35,922 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts close to cords on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jun 2019 35,922 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts close to cords on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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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WG16 PLX is a 2016 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2016 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 35,566 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 377,326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG16 PLX, 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 10 years old, this Fiat Punto is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WG16 PLX registered?

WG16 PLX is a 2016 Fiat Punto, first registered on 16 May 2016.

Is WG16 PLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG16 PLX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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