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AE52 SZX

2002 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

93,761 mi
Last recorded93,761 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Fiat Punto59,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 93,761 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 93,720 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2016 85,950 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 85,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 78,415 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 72,881 miles

slight brake bind offside front

Pass 17 Apr 2013 68,593 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 64,710 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 60,264 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 55,301 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 55,301 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 49,883 miles

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

engine sump rusty

Fail 21 Apr 2008 46,004 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 46,004 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 40,338 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 34,334 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 34,334 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2005 24,522 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 SZX is a 2002 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 2002 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 59,323 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 AE52 SZX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE52 SZX registered?

AE52 SZX is a 2002 Fiat Punto, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is AE52 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 SZX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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