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AF03 XTU

2003 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,481 mi
Last recorded85,481 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 XTU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2013 85,481 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2013 85,481 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

sump pan corroded & leaking

Pass 25 Jun 2012 80,298 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Engine oil sump corroded to the point of oil weeping through the sump.

Pass 31 May 2011 75,060 miles

air bag light on

Pass 25 Jun 2010 70,456 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 63,499 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 56,290 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 51,292 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 47,345 miles

Slight corrosion to exhaust rear section.

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 XTU is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AF03 XTU, 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 XTU registered?

AF03 XTU is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is AF03 XTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 XTU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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