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AF03 XRE

2003 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

59,877 mi
Last recorded59,877 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 XRE
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 6 May 2017 59,877 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Mar 2016 56,677 miles

oil leaks plus sump corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2015 53,486 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 50,616 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 46,759 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 46,759 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 43,192 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 39,749 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 39,749 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 36,048 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 36,048 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

front tyres getting low

Pass 6 Mar 2009 14,772 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 29 Feb 2008 29,236 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 24,492 miles

Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 24,492 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 20,445 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 20,445 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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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AF03 XRE is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 AF03 XRE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF03 XRE registered?

AF03 XRE is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is AF03 XRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 XRE shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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