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Fiat Punto

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

V45 LELMOT history

V45 LEL is a grey petrol Fiat Punto first used on 29 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jun 2022 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 53,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jun 2022
Mileage
53,690 mi
At MOT on 4 May 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V45 LEL
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
29 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
4 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V45 LEL was last recorded at 53,690 miles on 4 May 2022, 1,701 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Jun 2017: 46,161 miles, lower than 77,744 miles on 7 Jul 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
51,989 miles · 4 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
1,701 miles
Average per year
2,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 53,690 miles
  • 2021 – 51,989 miles
  • 2020 – 50,659 miles
  • 2019 – 49,361 miles
  • 2018 – 47,870 miles
  • 2017 – 46,161 miles
  • 2016 – 77,744 miles
  • 2015 – 42,205 miles
  • 2014 – 40,193 miles
  • 2013 – 38,409 miles
  • 2012 – 36,875 miles
  • 2011 – 35,014 miles
  • 2010 – 33,461 miles
  • 2009 – 32,316 miles
  • 2008 – 31,367 miles
  • 2007 – 30,563 miles
  • 2006 – 23,772 miles
  • 2005 – 17,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail53,690 miles
  • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Hand brake. (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded and holed near seat fixing. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded and holed near seat fixing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.
  • AdvisoryMovement in driver's seat frame.
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT failures 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Underbody corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Coil spring corroded both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both inner sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail53,690 miles (+1,701)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,690 miles
    Test number
    470912234820
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Hand brake. (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded and holed near seat fixing. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded and holed near seat fixing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.
    • AdvisoryMovement in driver's seat frame.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass51,989 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    51,989 miles
    Test number
    182845689762
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail51,989 miles (+1,330)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,989 miles
    Test number
    735397524599
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass50,659 miles (+1,298)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    50,659 miles
    Test number
    741794956864
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion both inner sills corroded but covered with under seal paint

  5. Pass49,361 miles (+1,491)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    49,361 miles
    Test number
    963869416053
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside rear indicator slightly faded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  6. Pass47,870 miles (+1,709)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,870 miles
    Test number
    121568854211
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre starting to wear on outer edge
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  7. Pass46,161 miles (-31,583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,161 miles
    Test number
    332031091295
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  8. Pass77,744 miles (+35,539)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,744 miles
    Test number
    262085463543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,205 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    42,205 miles
    Test number
    499078095157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Fail42,186 miles (+1,993)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,186 miles
    Test number
    255615795432
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass40,193 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,193 miles
    Test number
    346815794139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded on the outer edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  12. Fail40,193 miles (+1,784)1 failure7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,193 miles
    Test number
    976565094148
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded on the outer edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  13. Pass38,409 miles (+1,534)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    38,409 miles
    Test number
    537723703221
    • NoteUnderbody, inner sills and floors corroded

  14. Pass36,875 miles (+1,861)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    36,875 miles
    Test number
    197345602278
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres low tread

  15. Pass35,014 miles (+1,553)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    35,014 miles
    Test number
    735493101245
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  16. Pass33,461 miles (+1,145)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    33,461 miles
    Test number
    384593400484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,316 miles (+949)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    32,316 miles
    Test number
    804423219281
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine running rough on idle

  18. Pass31,367 miles (+804)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    31,367 miles
    Test number
    504370708260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,563 miles (+6,791)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,563 miles
    Test number
    430670927297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,772 miles (+6,427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,772 miles
    Test number
    203061806367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass17,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    17,345 miles
    Test number
    883241405333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V45 LEL

Does V45 LEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V45 LEL expired on 3 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V45 LEL?
The MOT on V45 LEL expired on 3 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V45 LEL done?
V45 LEL was recorded at 53,690 miles at its MOT on 4 May 2022, an average of 2,201 miles a year.
Has V45 LEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V45 LEL has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2022.
Has the mileage on V45 LEL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Jun 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V45 LEL find?
V45 LEL failed its latest MOT on 4 May 2022 with 7 major defects and 4 advisories: brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel hand brake.; nearside inner seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded and holed near seat fixing.; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 8 more.

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