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AF04 DXU

2004 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

66,076 mi
Last recorded66,076 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2013
Typical for 2004 Fiat Punto56,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 DXU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2013 66,076 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 30 Dec 2013 66,076 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 60,462 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 53,501 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

air bag light on

front exhaust bracket cracked (system secure)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 33,065 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 33,065 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 26,845 miles

air bag light on

Fail 29 Dec 2009 26,845 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

air bag light on

Fail 31 Dec 2008 22,220 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres 2mm on edges

unable to see front brake pads

Pass 31 Dec 2008 22,220 miles

both front tyres 2mm on edges

unable to see front brake pads

Pass 2 Jan 2008 16,917 miles

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

engine light on

front tyres wearing low on edges

Fail 2 Jan 2008 16,917 miles

front tyres wearing low on edges

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

engine light on

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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AF04 DXU is a 2004 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 56,088 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 AF04 DXU, 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 22 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 AF04 DXU registered?

AF04 DXU is a 2004 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AF04 DXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 DXU shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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