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M498 FOU

1995 Fiat Punto 55

Green Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

137,949 mi
Last recorded137,949 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2008
Typical for 1995 Fiat Punto 5583,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM498 FOU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto 55
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2008 137,949 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 128,342 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 128,342 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

catalyst heatshield is insecure and rattling

engine sump is possbly corroded and leaking oil

offside front caliper slider is poosibly seizes as only one brake pad is worn

Fail 10 Nov 2006 120,211 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 120,211 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2005 115,951 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2005 115,919 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 4 Nov 2005 115,907 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto 55?

Based on 4,420 MOT tests across 852 vehicles.

59.1%
Pass Rate
5,411
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
852
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 377
Brake pipe excessively corroded 358
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 343
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 283
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 243
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M498 FOU is a 1995 Fiat Punto 55 in Green with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Fiat Punto 55 models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.5% with a typical mileage of 83,614 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 55 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 377 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M498 FOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto 55 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 31 years old, this Fiat Punto 55 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M498 FOU registered?

M498 FOU is a 1995 Fiat Punto 55, first registered on 23 June 1995.

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