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X992 FKJ

2000 Fiat Punto Elx 8

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

77,834 mi
Last recorded77,834 miles
Recorded on29 May 2008
Typical for 2000 Fiat Punto Elx 862,201 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX992 FKJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto Elx 8
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2008 77,834 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 77,834 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit breaking up (2.5.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Sun visor not secured.

Pass 8 May 2007 68,841 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear brakes noisey under r.b.t.

Fail 26 May 2006 57,026 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 May 2006 56,347 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto Elx 8?

Based on 669 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
6,435
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 40
parking brake recording little or no effort 28
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
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X992 FKJ is a 2000 Fiat Punto Elx 8 in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Punto Elx 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 62,201 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 Elx 8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X992 FKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto Elx 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Fiat Punto Elx 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X992 FKJ registered?

X992 FKJ is a 2000 Fiat Punto Elx 8, first registered on 2 September 2000.

Is X992 FKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X992 FKJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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