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AD53 AWU

2004 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,063 mi
Last recorded31,063 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Fiat Punto56,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 AWU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Apr 2022 31,063 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Area of wheel arch near rear suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill area near passenger seat mounts (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Area of wheel arch suspension mounting and near fuel tank filter pipe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear service brake and hand brake limits only just met

Exhaust emissions limits only just met

Exhaust noisy Rear box (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust rear box is blowing excessive

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Under floor area as had poor quality repairs carried out however minimum standards met

Pass 21 Apr 2021 23,706 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle rusty

Pass 30 Jan 2020 23,671 miles

corrosion to floor/chassis and underside

corrosion to front exhaust

Fail 29 Jan 2020 23,671 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion to floor/chassis and underside

corrosion to front exhaust

Pass 14 Feb 2019 23,333 miles

corrosion to front and rear floor/chassis

corrosion to innersill to floor

heavy corrosion to exhaust

Pass 19 Feb 2018 22,724 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

heavy corrosion to exhaust

heavy corrosion to front and rear floor and underside

Fail 12 Feb 2018 22,724 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

heavy corrosion to exhaust

heavy corrosion to front and rear floor and underside

Pass 24 Jan 2017 22,098 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 21,627 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 21,111 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 20,718 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 20,111 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 20,111 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 19,475 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 18,604 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 17,817 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 16,947 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 16,071 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 15,290 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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AD53 AWU is a 2004 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 56,088 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 AD53 AWU, 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 22 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 AD53 AWU registered?

AD53 AWU is a 2004 Fiat Punto, first registered on 17 February 2004.

Is AD53 AWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 AWU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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