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AJ53 ZTU

2003 Fiat Stilo

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

125,061 mi
Last recorded125,061 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Fiat Stilo61,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 ZTU
MakeFiat
ModelStilo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2014 125,061 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2014 125,061 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 116,803 miles

**pre mot checks found no oil level showing on engine dipstick**topped up to continue test** Engine Tick over erraratic**bonnett release handle missing**

**rear axle bushes worn slightly**

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jan 2013 116,798 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)

Nearside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

**near side rear tyre has signs of being ran on underinflated**

**pre mot checks found no oil level showing on engine dipstick**topped up to continue test** Engine Tick over erraratic**bonnett release handle missing**

**rear axle bushes worn slightly**

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2012 115,588 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s rear brake pipe heavily swelled, unable to assess due to manufacturers protective coating

Fail 14 Mar 2012 115,581 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)

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

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

engine management lamp illuminated

n/s rear brake pipe heavily swelled, unable to assess due to manufacturers protective coating

Fail 30 Nov 2011 115,279 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)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front to rear brake pipes behind plastic covers

Indicator stalk has intermitent fault staying on left indicator

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 103,971 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 13 Dec 2010 103,792 miles

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)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (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)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 88,925 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 73,894 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 73,892 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 57,681 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 40,861 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Stilo?

Based on 566,057 MOT tests across 43,678 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
6,821
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
43,678
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,634
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,816
Headlamp aim too low 19,692
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,357
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 17,651
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AJ53 ZTU is a 2003 Fiat Stilo in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Stilo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 61,521 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 Stilo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,634 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ53 ZTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Stilo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Stilo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ53 ZTU registered?

AJ53 ZTU is a 2003 Fiat Stilo, first registered on 20 December 2003.

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