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AF03 XSJ

2003 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

68,899 mi
Last recorded68,899 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2010
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2010 68,899 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 47,400 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

n/s cv gaitor perished

n/s front bumper damaged

o/s rear lens damaged

o/s rear outer sill damaged

welding repairs undersealed

Fail 26 Nov 2009 46,880 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

n/s cv gaitor perished

n/s front bumper damaged

o/s rear lens damaged

o/s rear outer sill damaged

Fail 25 Nov 2008 32,554 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 32,554 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 30,573 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 30,573 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 26,913 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 26,913 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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 XSJ is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 XSJ, 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 XSJ registered?

AF03 XSJ is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is AF03 XSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 XSJ shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF03 XSJ have outstanding finance?

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