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AF03 YVU

2003 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,983 mi
Last recorded88,983 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2014 88,983 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both rear lower spring cups [on axle ]corrodid near to legal limit

both rear tyres on or near legal limit recomend early renewal 165/70r 14 81t

exhust rubbing against body

Pass 18 Mar 2013 83,447 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 76,588 miles

airbag light illuminated.

engine managment light illuminated.

Oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2011 68,755 miles

Nearside Front 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 11 Mar 2010 61,002 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 52,820 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 44,950 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 44,950 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 36,862 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 29,278 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 YVU is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YVU, 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 YVU registered?

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

Is AF03 YVU safe to buy?

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