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AK53 KWV

2003 Fiat Stilo

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

98,750 mi
Last recorded98,750 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Fiat Stilo61,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 KWV
MakeFiat
ModelStilo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 98,750 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 98,750 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2015 95,201 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 90,845 miles

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

Oil leak

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

steering lock engagement loose

Fail 22 Dec 2014 90,786 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

steering lock engagement loose

Pass 13 Dec 2013 87,456 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 20 Dec 2012 83,271 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2012 83,271 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 78,001 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 73,087 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 67,238 miles

Battery insecure

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 61,354 miles

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

engine oil is on the minimum mark at the dip-stick.

exhaust shows corrosion.

front service brakes show inbalance.

near side front headlamp aim is just within tolerance.

near side front headlamp beam image weak.

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the front axel.

opff side front tyre tread is worn to the m inimum tread depth of 1.6mm and shows uneven wear.

Fail 26 Jan 2009 61,354 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

engine oil is on the minimum mark at the dip-stick.

exhaust shows corrosion.

front service brakes show inbalance.

near side front headlamp aim is just within tolerance.

near side front headlamp beam image weak.

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the front axel.

opff side front tyre tread is worn to the m inimum tread depth of 1.6mm and shows uneven wear.

Pass 18 Oct 2007 45,789 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 45,789 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 35,060 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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AK53 KWV is a 2003 Fiat Stilo in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK53 KWV, 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 AK53 KWV registered?

AK53 KWV is a 2003 Fiat Stilo, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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