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AF03 YLN

2003 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

129,018 mi
Last recorded129,018 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 YLN
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 129,018 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 121,461 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 108,141 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 87,067 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 72,448 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 62,540 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2013 62,540 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 57,193 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

both front tyres deteriorated

Pass 27 Jan 2012 51,576 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 44,397 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 37,197 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 37,080 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Fail 21 Jan 2009 30,003 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 30,003 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 23,472 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 23,472 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 19,120 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 14,854 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 YLN is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YLN, 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 YLN registered?

AF03 YLN is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is AF03 YLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 YLN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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