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X397 MBD

2001 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,134 mi
Last recorded50,134 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 Fiat Punto61,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX397 MBD
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2023 50,134 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 48,944 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 38,474 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 35,393 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 34,671 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 34,665 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear inner sill heavily corroded / rusted through. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Wipers ripped / worn out. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear inner lower sill heavily corroded / rusted through. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight exhaust leak. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Rear silencer rearmost rubber mount hunger cracked / deteriorating. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides rear coil springs corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides rear tyres cracked / perishing to the outer sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 33,422 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 32,428 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 31,228 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 30,014 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 28,899 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 27,762 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 26,742 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 26,700 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 25,282 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 25,282 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

os wiper

Pass 21 Jan 2010 23,739 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 21,904 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2008 20,071 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 17,391 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 14,886 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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X397 MBD is a 2001 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X397 MBD, 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.

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What year was X397 MBD registered?

X397 MBD is a 2001 Fiat Punto, first registered on 27 January 2001.

Is X397 MBD safe to buy?

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