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AE52 WCF

2002 Fiat Punto

Gold Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,738 mi
Last recorded99,738 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2018
Typical for 2002 Fiat Punto59,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 WCF
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2018 99,738 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill to floor area (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill/wheel arch area (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill/wheel arch area (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch area (5.2.6)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill area (5.2.6)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

vehicle underside areas and components displaying corrosion

Pass 28 Feb 2017 98,814 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 98,812 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded OUTER SILL (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 96,552 miles

Centre Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

vehicle displaying various areas of corrosion acceptable for testing purposes

Fail 23 Jan 2016 96,524 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Centre Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

vehicle displaying various areas of corrosion acceptable for testing purposes

Pass 18 Feb 2015 95,184 miles

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

front tyres wearing on inner edges

nearside rear tyre wear on outer edge

Pass 9 Jan 2014 90,047 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 84,056 miles

Both rear tyre sidewalls perished

Lip on inner nsf brake disc

Lip on inner osf brake disc

Osf top bearing strut bearing noisey (possible dirt/grit in bearings)

Osr brake pipe corroded (pipe from hose to drum)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 79,718 miles

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

rear axle and rear chassis slightly corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2011 74,526 miles

chip in screen

exhaust corroded

rear brake hose ferulls starting to corrode

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2009 74,383 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 73,129 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 69,543 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 58,146 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 42,988 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 WCF is a 2002 Fiat Punto in Gold with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WCF, 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 WCF registered?

AE52 WCF is a 2002 Fiat Punto, first registered on 18 September 2002.

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