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AE53 ZDN

2003 Fiat Punto

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,212 mi
Last recorded19,212 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 ZDN
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 19,212 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 19,212 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165 70 14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 19,053 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 19,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Center (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 18,681 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 18,459 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 18,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour LENS (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 18,287 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 18,286 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FLEX (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 18,040 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 17,817 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 17,816 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 17,455 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 16,982 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 16,562 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 16,560 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165 70 14 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 16,188 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 15,738 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 15,321 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 15,302 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 14,867 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Nov 2011 14,250 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Nov 2010 13,754 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 13,236 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 12,721 miles

off side rear tyre 165/70r14 sidewall damaged

Fail 27 Nov 2008 12,719 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

off side rear tyre 165/70r14 sidewall damaged

Pass 20 Nov 2007 11,936 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 10,991 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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AE53 ZDN is a 2003 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AE53 ZDN, 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 AE53 ZDN registered?

AE53 ZDN is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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