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AF03 YVP

2003 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

93,057 mi
Last recorded93,057 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 93,057 miles

Sills & subframe corroded

Fail 4 May 2017 93,057 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Sills & subframe corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2016 88,118 miles

Brake pipes showing corrosion

Sump corroded & weaping

Fail 26 Apr 2016 88,118 miles

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

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipes showing corrosion

Front brake pads low

Sump corroded & weaping

Pass 7 May 2015 83,033 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 78,304 miles

Both rear tyres worn

Fail 9 May 2014 78,304 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both rear tyres worn

Pass 17 Apr 2013 72,603 miles

front w-blades not great

Pass 1 May 2012 66,446 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 59,527 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 59,527 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2010 53,715 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 53,711 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front brakes

Pass 27 Mar 2009 48,405 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 42,143 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 42,143 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

overheating

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007
Fail 26 Mar 2007 34,966 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

engine oil sump condition poor

front brake overhaul works when pads worn out

Pass 24 Mar 2006 27,507 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 27,503 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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 YVP is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YVP, 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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AF03 YVP is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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