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AF04 EDU

2004 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

84,765 mi
Last recorded84,765 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Fiat Punto56,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 EDU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2020 84,765 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

all tyres showing age related cracks

Fail 3 Nov 2020 84,764 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both headlights (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

all tyres showing age related cracks

Pass 5 Nov 2019 80,782 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 80,777 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 75,937 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 75,936 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 72,827 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 72,826 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both headlamps (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 71,697 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 69,679 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 67,293 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 65,114 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 63,237 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 61,370 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2012 61,370 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 53,972 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 47,183 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 35,471 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 27,642 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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AF04 EDU is a 2004 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 AF04 EDU, 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.

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What year was AF04 EDU registered?

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

Is AF04 EDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 EDU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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