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AF03 ZBD

2003 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,020 mi
Last recorded92,020 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 ZBD
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2014 92,020 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 92,019 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

o/s and n/s floore /sill areas corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2013 83,168 miles

1.corrosion on brake components/ferrules/pipes etc.

Fail 11 May 2013 82,870 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 21 Jan 2012 77,453 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 77,453 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 70,733 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 62,304 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2009 62,299 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 50,942 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 37,658 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 23,629 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly 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 ZBD is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ZBD, 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 ZBD registered?

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

Is AF03 ZBD safe to buy?

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