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AF03 XTV

2003 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

76,832 mi
Last recorded76,832 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Fail 8 Mar 2018 76,832 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 73,316 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 73,316 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 67,921 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Offside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed outer handle broken but functioning (6.2.B.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2016 67,921 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Offside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed outer handle broken but functioning (6.2.B.2)

Fail 11 Mar 2015 63,530 miles

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 63,530 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 58,971 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 58,970 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 54,746 miles

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

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

Oil leak

sump corroded and leaking oil

Fail 12 Mar 2013 54,746 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Oil leak

sump corroded and leaking oil

Pass 13 Mar 2012 50,298 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

sump corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2011 44,418 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Fail 16 Mar 2011 44,418 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 15 Mar 2010 40,908 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 40,908 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 37,947 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 37,947 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 32,672 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 27,989 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 27,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Feb 2006 22,735 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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AF03 XTV is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 XTV, 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 AF03 XTV registered?

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

Is AF03 XTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 XTV shows 22 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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