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GU52 LFJ

2002 Fiat Punto

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

80,584 mi
Last recorded80,584 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Fiat Punto59,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 LFJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2016 80,584 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 76,110 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 76,108 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 72,021 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 72,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 65,829 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 63,817 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 63,816 miles

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

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 63,433 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 63,430 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 63,001 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 59,834 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 59,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 58,846 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 57,644 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 57,644 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 55,781 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 55,781 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 52,648 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 9 Mar 2006 52,620 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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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GU52 LFJ is a 2002 Fiat Punto in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 59,323 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 GU52 LFJ, 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 24 years old, this Fiat Punto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GU52 LFJ?

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What year was GU52 LFJ registered?

GU52 LFJ is a 2002 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is GU52 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 LFJ shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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