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AD52 JFX

2003 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

89,607 mi
Last recorded89,607 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 JFX
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 89,607 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2026 89,607 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 61,499 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 52,235 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 44,473 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 Jan 2021 44,456 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible tinted (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible tinted (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Jan 2020 38,855 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 33,136 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 29,259 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 27,770 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 27,770 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 26,562 miles

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 25,288 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 24,156 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 22,926 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 21,550 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 21,538 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 20,120 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 20,120 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2010 18,618 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 17,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 15,835 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 13,750 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 10,677 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto?

Based on 6,712,102 MOT tests across 579,551 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,424
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
579,551
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 377,326
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231,791
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 192,244
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186,022
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 146,383
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AD52 JFX is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 57,045 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 377,326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD52 JFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Punto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD52 JFX registered?

AD52 JFX is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 9 January 2003.

Is AD52 JFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 JFX shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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