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Fiat Punto

Grey · Petrol · 1996 · 1,581 cc

P765 VBWMOT history

P765 VBW is a grey petrol Fiat Punto first used on 8 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2025 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 46,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2025
Mileage
46,150 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2024
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
737 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P765 VBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Punto
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,581 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
8 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2025
Latest MOT test
20 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P765 VBW was last recorded at 46,150 miles on 20 May 2024, 1,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,952 miles · 12 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
1,198 miles
Average per year
737 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 46,150 miles
  • 2022 – 44,952 miles
  • 2019 – 44,297 miles
  • 2018 – 43,693 miles
  • 2017 – 43,475 miles
  • 2015 – 41,789 miles
  • 2014 – 41,091 miles
  • 2013 – 39,268 miles
  • 2011 – 37,691 miles
  • 2010 – 37,058 miles
  • 2009 – 36,533 miles
  • 2008 – 34,364 miles
  • 2007 – 33,236 miles
  • 2006 – 32,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,150 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,150 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    46,150 miles
    Test number
    789443816732
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail46,150 miles (+1,198)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,150 miles
    Test number
    155441799405
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass44,952 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    44,952 miles
    Test number
    996585977898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail44,952 miles (+655)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,952 miles
    Test number
    217374533373
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass44,297 miles (+604)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,297 miles
    Test number
    469312893768
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass43,693 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    43,693 miles
    Test number
    452800227853
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail43,693 miles (+218)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,693 miles
    Test number
    702363426984
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass43,475 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    43,475 miles
    Test number
    819219943404
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres inner walls cracked
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Fail43,475 miles (+1,686)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,475 miles
    Test number
    435370175797
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres inner walls cracked
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass41,789 miles (+698)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    41,789 miles
    Test number
    195150075159
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perished

  11. Pass41,091 miles (+1,823)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,091 miles
    Test number
    177061074148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,268 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,268 miles
    Test number
    139052373188
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perished

  13. Fail39,268 miles (+1,577)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,268 miles
    Test number
    898892573199
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perished

  14. Pass37,691 miles (+633)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,691 miles
    Test number
    235666361473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,058 miles (+525)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    37,058 miles
    Test number
    240205570140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,533 miles
    Test number
    384460399154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,533 miles (+2,169)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,533 miles
    Test number
    470839089158
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  18. Fail34,364 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,364 miles
    Test number
    323263178111
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass34,364 miles (+1,128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    34,364 miles
    Test number
    932093578192
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass33,236 miles (+250)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,236 miles
    Test number
    521471557119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,986 miles
    Test number
    314169686198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,986 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,986 miles
    Test number
    511817686104
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about P765 VBW

Does P765 VBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P765 VBW expired on 19 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P765 VBW?
The MOT on P765 VBW expired on 19 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P765 VBW done?
P765 VBW was recorded at 46,150 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2024, an average of 737 miles a year.
Has P765 VBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P765 VBW has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on P765 VBW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P765 VBW find?
P765 VBW passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2024 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front coil spring corroded both; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area, and 2 more.

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