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AJ53 CPN

2003 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,896 mi
Last recorded120,896 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 CPN
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2015 120,896 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 113,326 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 29 Aug 2014 113,326 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 107,104 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres starting to perrish on tread

Fail 17 Aug 2013 107,104 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

both rear tyres starting to perrish on tread

Pass 11 Sep 2012 105,779 miles

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

rear box deteriorated

Pass 5 Dec 2011 101,859 miles

front brake pads worn

oil leak

Pass 31 Dec 2010 94,665 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 94,665 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 86,887 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 76,151 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 16 Nov 2007 63,311 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 63,311 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 2 Nov 2006 50,184 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 50,184 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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AJ53 CPN is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 AJ53 CPN, 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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AJ53 CPN is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 October 2003.

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