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AE52 SXO

2002 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

148,474 mi
Last recorded148,474 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Fiat Punto59,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 SXO
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 148,474 miles

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

oil sump corroded

steering and suspension components corroded

Pass 27 Mar 2018 134,518 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

steering & suspension components corroded

Fail 27 Mar 2018 134,518 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

steering & suspension components corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2016 123,407 miles

Steering and suspension components corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2016 123,407 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure Complete light unit (1.1.A.3a)

Steering and suspension components corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2015 115,202 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust hangers damaged.

Fail 19 Jun 2015 115,202 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear exhaust hangers damaged.

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 109,453 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 109,543 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2013 107,134 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Apr 2013 107,134 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak

both rear tyres starting to split in tread

Pass 5 Mar 2012 104,245 miles

Oil leak

rear offside tyre outer edge perished at tread edge

Fail 2 Mar 2012 104,245 miles

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

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

Oil leak

rear offside tyre outer edge perished at tread edge

Pass 14 Dec 2010 99,715 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2010 99,715 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 93,445 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 79,984 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 65,396 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 65,396 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 54,612 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 44,014 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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AE52 SXO is a 2002 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2002 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 59,323 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 AE52 SXO, 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 24 years old, this Fiat Punto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE52 SXO registered?

AE52 SXO is a 2002 Fiat Punto, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is AE52 SXO safe to buy?

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