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AJ53 KOX

2003 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

120,086 mi
Last recorded120,086 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 KOX
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 120,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output very dull (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output very dull (1.7.5a)

both headlamps close to fail very dull

chassis corroding and floor not a failure at moment

child seat fitted

Fail 10 Nov 2016 120,086 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output very dull (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output very dull (1.7.5a)

both headlamps close to fail very dull

chassis corroding and floor not a failure at moment

child seat fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2015 109,957 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2015 109,957 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 105,935 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 99,223 miles

5 percent brake inbalance on front brakes

chips in windscreen

osf rear wishbone bush split

slight exhaust blow on front joint

Fail 30 Oct 2013 99,233 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

5 percent brake inbalance on front brakes

both rear tyres have cracks in tread and getting low 2mm

chips in windscreen

nsf tyre low between 2 and 3mm

osf rear wishbone bush split

slight exhaust blow on front joint

Pass 13 Nov 2012 90,399 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 12 Nov 2012 90,399 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 81,777 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 1 Nov 2010 71,207 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

engine cooling fan does not operate

front wipers slightly smeary

Pass 1 Nov 2010 71,207 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

engine cooling fan does not operate

front wipers slightly smeary

Pass 10 Nov 2009 60,275 miles

nsf tyre sidewall damaged not exposing cords or ply

Pass 24 Nov 2008 51,077 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 41,645 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 41,645 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 27 Nov 2006 32,516 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 32,516 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 KOX is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 KOX, 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 AJ53 KOX registered?

AJ53 KOX is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 November 2003.

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