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AK53 LZM

2003 Fiat Stilo

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,067 mi
Last recorded44,067 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Fiat Stilo61,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 LZM
MakeFiat
ModelStilo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 44,067 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 42,961 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 22 Apr 2015 41,470 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 39,850 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 39,850 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 37,698 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 19 Apr 2012 36,006 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 36,006 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2011 35,160 miles

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

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

Fail 20 May 2011 35,158 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2010 32,559 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 29,704 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 26,843 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre scrubbing on inner egde of tread

n/s/f tyre sidewall as been kerb rubbed

n/s/r tyre;slight cracking on outer sidewall

o/s/f tyre scrubbing on inner egde of tread

o/s/r tyre; slight cracking on outer sidewall.

rear exhaust box outer skin corroed

Fail 30 May 2008 26,843 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre scrubbing on inner egde of tread

n/s/f tyre sidewall as been kerb rubbed

n/s/r tyre;slight cracking on outer sidewall

o/s/f tyre scrubbing on inner egde of tread

o/s/r tyre; slight cracking on outer sidewall.

rear exhaust box outer skin corroed

Pass 1 Jun 2007 23,792 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 20,543 miles

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

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 LZM is a 2003 Fiat Stilo in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LZM, 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 LZM registered?

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

Is AK53 LZM safe to buy?

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