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X385 BNU

2001 Fiat Punto

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,058 mi
Last recorded56,058 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX385 BNU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2017 56,058 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

slightly corrosion under chassis

Pass 10 Mar 2016 54,543 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 54,543 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 51,562 miles

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2015 51,482 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2014 45,008 miles

Both rear tyres perished on outer sidewall

Oil leak

Fail 3 Mar 2014 44,974 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both rear tyres perished on outer sidewall

Oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2013 39,029 miles

Airbag light on

Both rear tyres outer sidewall rubber perishing

Pass 5 Mar 2012 35,150 miles

both rear tyres have cracks in the sidewalls not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 8 Mar 2011 34,233 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 33,034 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 28,278 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 28,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 20,699 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 12,977 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 8,797 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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X385 BNU is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 61,285 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 X385 BNU, 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 25 years old, this Fiat Punto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X385 BNU?

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What year was X385 BNU registered?

X385 BNU is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 26 January 2001.

Is X385 BNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X385 BNU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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