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AF03 ZHV

2003 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

37,951 mi
Last recorded37,951 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 37,951 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 37,951 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 27,551 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 29,274 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 29,274 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 27,106 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 26,716 miles

nearside rear tyre inner sidewall cracked

Fail 17 Jun 2014 26,716 miles

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

nearside rear tyre inner sidewall cracked

Pass 15 May 2013 26,035 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 26,035 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 18 May 2012 25,407 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 24,457 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 23,466 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 22,055 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 20,585 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 18,993 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 17,259 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 ZHV is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 ZHV, 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 ZHV registered?

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

Is AF03 ZHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 ZHV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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