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WR51 ADV

2001 Fiat Punto 1.2

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

70,955 mi
Last recorded70,955 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2008
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto 1.261,060 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR51 ADV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto 1.2
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2008 70,955 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 70,908 miles

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

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)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

odd tyre treads fitted to rear of vehicle. directional and asymetric treads fitted.

offside front tyre perished.

Pass 27 Jul 2007 50,773 miles

Air bag light on

Both front tyres have damage to outer sidewalls

Car appears to have been fitted with oversized wheels and tyres

Handbrake lever travel high

Nearside exterior door trim loose

Offside front tyre appears to have been rubbing on brake flexi hose protection sleeve at some time in the past, although not rubbing at time of test

Oil leak

Fail 26 Jul 2007 50,773 miles

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Air bag light staying on

Both front tyres have damage to outer sidewall

Car appears to have been fitted with oversized wheels and tyres

Handbrake lever travel high

Nearside exterior door trim loose

Offside front tyre appears to have been rubbing on brake flex hose protection sleeve, although not rubbing at time of test

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jul 2006 44,131 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 44,131 miles

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto 1.2?

Based on 26,161 MOT tests across 3,645 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
6,362
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
3,645
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,319
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,084
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,060
position lamp(s) not working 904
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WR51 ADV is a 2001 Fiat Punto 1.2 in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Punto 1.2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 61,060 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 1.2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WR51 ADV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto 1.2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Fiat Punto 1.2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WR51 ADV registered?

WR51 ADV is a 2001 Fiat Punto 1.2, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is WR51 ADV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR51 ADV shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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