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AD53 MYR

2003 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

82,159 mi
Last recorded82,159 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 MYR
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 May 2016 82,159 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan / jacking point (5.2.6)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Both plastic headlamp lenses are deteriorating. Light output is reduced and beam image is poor.

EML (engine management light) is on. Engine misfiring.

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slight noise

Offside Front Inner tyre worn almost to cords

Pass 27 Apr 2015 74,572 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2015 74,546 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

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

EML (engine management light) is on

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

Fail 29 Apr 2014 66,100 miles

Both rear shock absorber top rubber bushes wearing

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside wiper refill is split on end

Pass 29 Apr 2014 66,100 miles

Both rear shock absorber top rubber bushes wearing

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside wiper refill is split on end

Pass 30 Apr 2013 54,830 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 30 Apr 2013 54,829 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Apr 2012 46,751 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

wet day

Pass 28 Apr 2011 41,463 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 34,767 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 29,533 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

wet day

Fail 30 Apr 2008 24,514 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 24,514 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 17,224 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 MYR is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MYR, 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 MYR registered?

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

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