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AD53 KXB

2003 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

75,678 mi
Last recorded75,678 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 KXB
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 75,678 miles

Nearside Front head light lens fogging

Nearside sill to floor rusty but not holed

Offside Front head light lens fogging

Offside sill to floor rusty but not holed

Fail 17 Nov 2016 75,678 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front head light lens fogging

Nearside sill to floor rusty but not holed

Offside Front head light lens fogging

Offside sill to floor rusty but not holed

Pass 24 Nov 2015 74,287 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 72,562 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 69,721 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 69,715 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 66,992 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 66,985 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 64,207 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 59,630 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion setting in rear jacking points both sides

front brake pads look low, unable to fully inspect

o/s headlamp bracket broken, still secure advise attention

parking brake cable casings split and swollen

slight damage to front chassis both sides

slight oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2009 49,170 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Drivers seat has minor movement

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 44,264 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 29,720 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 28,605 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

split in nearside front tyre not showing cords

Fail 7 Feb 2007 28,604 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

split in nearside front tyre not showing cords

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 KXB is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AD53 KXB, 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 AD53 KXB registered?

AD53 KXB is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AD53 KXB safe to buy?

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