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AD53 LBJ

2003 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

83,185 mi
Last recorded83,185 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 83,185 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

floor of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

steering has slight notch noticed on lock to lock check

Fail 19 Feb 2019 83,184 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin tail pipe (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

floor of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

steering has slight notch noticed on lock to lock check

Pass 29 Jan 2018 79,538 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded most of brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 27 Nov 2017 79,533 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded FLOOR PAN (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL + INNER ARCH (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded FLOOR PAN (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL + INNER ARCH (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 73,903 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion inner sill / floor area (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Body has slight corrosion inner sill/ floor area (6.1.B.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 71,493 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' scored o/s (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Nov 2015 71,492 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' scored o/s (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 62,757 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 50,661 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 45,487 miles

Front tyres worn on inside edges

Fail 28 Sep 2012 45,487 miles

Front tyres worn on inside edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 34,481 miles

front brake discs corroded

osr tyre has a cut in the tread but not down to the cords

Pass 15 Sep 2010 28,766 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 27,048 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 27,048 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 24,930 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 22,102 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 14,642 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Front tyres worn - center.

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 LBJ is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AD53 LBJ, 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.

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What year was AD53 LBJ registered?

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

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