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P436 VVK

1996 Fiat Punto 75 Elx

Yellow Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

96,095 mi
Last recorded96,095 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2007
Typical for 1996 Fiat Punto 75 Elx80,974 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP436 VVK
MakeFiat
ModelPunto 75 Elx
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Nov 2007 96,095 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

n/s/handbrake cable rusted

rear shockabsorbers have corrosion to outer casing

slight wear in o/s/f track rod end

Pass 14 Nov 2006 90,824 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 90,824 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

general rusting of under body and suspension components

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto 75 Elx?

Based on 2,143 MOT tests across 469 vehicles.

59.4%
Pass Rate
5,768
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
469
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 165
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 162
Brake pipe excessively corroded 161
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 143
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P436 VVK is a 1996 Fiat Punto 75 Elx in Yellow with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1996 Fiat Punto 75 Elx models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.8% with a typical mileage of 80,974 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 75 Elx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P436 VVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto 75 Elx typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Fiat Punto 75 Elx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P436 VVK registered?

P436 VVK is a 1996 Fiat Punto 75 Elx, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is P436 VVK safe to buy?

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