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AE52 TLV

2002 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

123,507 mi
Last recorded123,507 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Fiat Punto59,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 TLV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2017 123,507 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 117,950 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking in outer wall (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded

Offside Rear coil spring corroded

oil leak

rear exhaust box rubber snapped

Fail 23 Dec 2015 117,950 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower main engine mounting (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking in outer wall (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded

Offside Rear coil spring corroded

oil leak

rear exhaust box rubber snapped

Pass 22 Dec 2014 112,464 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 107,556 miles

Both front wipers split on edges.

Both rear and offside front brake pipe outer covers swollen.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine management light on.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Gearbox mounting defective

Manifold heatshield insecure.

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 29 Nov 2013 107,556 miles

Offside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Both front wipers split on edges.

Both rear and offside front brake pipe outer covers swollen.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine management light on.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Gearbox mounting defective

Manifold heatshield insecure.

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 100,656 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine light on

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 28 Nov 2012 100,656 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine light on

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 92,200 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2011 92,195 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front 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 30 Nov 2010 81,457 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 81,130 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 71,535 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 59,875 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Oct 2007 59,875 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 47,777 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 TLV is a 2002 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 TLV, 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 TLV registered?

AE52 TLV is a 2002 Fiat Punto, first registered on 13 September 2002.

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