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Fiat Punto

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T581 SDLMOT history

T581 SDL is a red petrol Fiat Punto first used on 22 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 91,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
91,543 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,160 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T581 SDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Punto
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T581 SDL was last recorded at 91,543 miles on 5 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,543 miles · 13 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,160 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,543 miles
  • 2025 – 90,667 miles
  • 2024 – 89,399 miles
  • 2023 – 88,072 miles
  • 2022 – 86,435 miles
  • 2020 – 84,930 miles
  • 2019 – 78,625 miles
  • 2018 – 73,525 miles
  • 2017 – 69,803 miles
  • 2016 – 66,072 miles
  • 2015 – 57,105 miles
  • 2014 – 53,877 miles
  • 2013 – 51,060 miles
  • 2012 – 48,455 miles
  • 2011 – 45,529 miles
  • 2010 – 42,649 miles
  • 2009 – 39,416 miles
  • 2008 – 36,218 miles
  • 2007 – 32,930 miles
  • 2006 – 28,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,543 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderside of the car covered in underseal and greaseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • N/s headlamp poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,543 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    91,543 miles
    Test number
    706439476275
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the car covered in underseal and grease

  2. Fail91,543 miles (+876)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,543 miles
    Test number
    493682319362
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the car is covered in underseal and grease

  3. Pass90,667 miles (+1,268)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    90,667 miles
    Test number
    708550459197
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp poor condition
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the car covered in underseal and grease

  4. Pass89,399 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    89,399 miles
    Test number
    744683122414
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp poor condition
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the car is covered in grease and underseal

  5. Fail89,399 miles (+1,327)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,399 miles
    Test number
    155948162645
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp poor condition
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the car is covered in grease and underseal

  6. Pass88,072 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    88,072 miles
    Test number
    450043972943
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryModified subframe bush fitted to all of the rear subframe mounts
    • AdvisoryUnder side of the car is covered in grease and underseal

  7. Fail88,061 miles (+1,626)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,061 miles
    Test number
    800386875731
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder side of the car is covered in grease and underseal

  8. Pass86,435 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    86,435 miles
    Test number
    641412518406
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger broken but supported by another
    • AdvisoryHeavily wax oiled
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  9. Fail86,424 miles (+1,494)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,424 miles
    Test number
    913230564582
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavily wax oiled
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  10. Pass84,930 miles (+1,715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    84,930 miles
    Test number
    584818981471
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside rear floor corroded

  11. Pass83,215 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,215 miles
    Test number
    834417730588
    • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  12. Fail83,166 miles (+4,541)2 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,166 miles
    Test number
    525884703815
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  13. Pass78,625 miles (+13)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    78,625 miles
    Test number
    107375234086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test camera
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear floor corroded both sides
    • AdvisoryFront and rear reg plates cracked but secure

  14. Fail78,612 miles (+5,087)1 dangerous5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,612 miles
    Test number
    824626738932
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test camera
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear floor corroded both sides
    • AdvisoryFront and rear reg plates cracked but secure

  15. Pass73,525 miles (+3,722)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    73,525 miles
    Test number
    954754939393
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass69,803 miles (+3,731)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    69,803 miles
    Test number
    407405381723
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears and rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slight blow and corroded slightly

  17. Pass66,072 miles (+8,967)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,072 miles
    Test number
    785872285842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,105 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    57,105 miles
    Test number
    588805115100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,102 miles (+3,225)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,102 miles
    Test number
    495742615171
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  20. Pass53,877 miles (+2,817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,877 miles
    Test number
    419912314103
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  21. Pass51,060 miles (+2,605)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,060 miles
    Test number
    605022713181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,455 miles (+2,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,455 miles
    Test number
    797941012143
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail45,529 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,529 miles
    Test number
    417891311120
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass45,529 miles (+2,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,529 miles
    Test number
    527411211192
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  25. Pass42,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    42,649 miles
    Test number
    432882410196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,649 miles (+3,233)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,649 miles
    Test number
    482992310123
    • Repaired at testOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  27. Pass39,416 miles (+3,198)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,416 miles
    Test number
    552802319113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,218 miles (+3,288)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,218 miles
    Test number
    743933418134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass32,930 miles (+4,735)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,930 miles
    Test number
    282279407122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass28,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,195 miles
    Test number
    232289306151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T581 SDL

Does T581 SDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T581 SDL is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T581 SDL?
The MOT on T581 SDL is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T581 SDL done?
T581 SDL was recorded at 91,543 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 3,160 miles a year.
Has T581 SDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T581 SDL has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T581 SDL 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 T581 SDL find?
T581 SDL passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; steering system slightly rough, and 1 more.

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