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Fiat Punto

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T261 MLEMOT history

T261 MLE is a grey petrol Fiat Punto first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 57,616 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2023
Mileage
57,616 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T261 MLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Punto
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T261 MLE was last recorded at 57,616 miles on 28 Oct 2022, 9,462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,154 miles · 28 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
9,462 miles
Average per year
1,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 57,616 miles
  • 2021 – 48,154 miles
  • 2020 – 47,913 miles
  • 2019 – 47,566 miles
  • 2018 – 46,691 miles
  • 2017 – 46,102 miles
  • 2016 – 45,391 miles
  • 2015 – 44,600 miles
  • 2014 – 43,905 miles
  • 2013 – 42,907 miles
  • 2012 – 41,723 miles
  • 2011 – 40,473 miles
  • 2010 – 39,383 miles
  • 2009 – 38,392 miles
  • 2008 – 37,514 miles
  • 2007 – 36,506 miles
  • 2006 – 35,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,616 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,616 miles (+9,462)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    57,616 miles
    Test number
    769089181173
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass48,154 miles (+241)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    48,154 miles
    Test number
    824670966026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass47,913 miles (+347)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    47,913 miles
    Test number
    981410316621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass47,566 miles (+875)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,566 miles
    Test number
    692173760401
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component n/s of rack (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass46,691 miles (+589)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    46,691 miles
    Test number
    779396557091
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass46,102 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    46,102 miles
    Test number
    635947338259
    • AdvisoryBoth side floor area between outter sills and floor generaly corroded

  7. Fail46,102 miles (+711)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,102 miles
    Test number
    359010304146
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBoth side floor area between outter sills and floor generaly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leaks engine

  8. Pass45,391 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    45,391 miles
    Test number
    611134755494
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  9. Fail45,391 miles (+791)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,391 miles
    Test number
    756668629902
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  10. Pass44,600 miles (+695)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    44,600 miles
    Test number
    601809433251
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexble pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass43,905 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    43,905 miles
    Test number
    439540714313
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside centre corroded area covered in sealer and underseal

  12. Fail43,897 miles (+990)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,897 miles
    Test number
    695250514319
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass42,907 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    42,907 miles
    Test number
    788618903372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail42,907 miles (+1,184)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,907 miles
    Test number
    557048503364
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass41,723 miles (+1,250)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,723 miles
    Test number
    497707302344
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low inner edges
    • NoteOil leaks engine / gearbox area
    • NoteUnderbody nearside floor pan corroded

  16. Pass40,473 miles (+1,090)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    40,473 miles
    Test number
    176831501381
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSurface rust and corrosion both sides front floor pans

  17. Fail39,383 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,383 miles
    Test number
    123922190276
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear fog lamp not working

  18. Pass39,383 miles (+991)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    39,383 miles
    Test number
    393752990405
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear fog lamp not working

  19. Pass38,392 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,392 miles
    Test number
    472276109383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,514 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    37,514 miles
    Test number
    432628108495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,506 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    36,506 miles
    Test number
    100723717347
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  22. Fail36,506 miles (+1,166)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,506 miles
    Test number
    850913717313
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  23. Pass35,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    35,340 miles
    Test number
    100294606327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T261 MLE

Does T261 MLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T261 MLE expired on 8 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T261 MLE?
The MOT on T261 MLE expired on 8 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T261 MLE done?
T261 MLE was recorded at 57,616 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2022, an average of 1,393 miles a year.
Has T261 MLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T261 MLE has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on T261 MLE 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 T261 MLE find?
T261 MLE passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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