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HW02 LWS

2002 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

81,437 mi
Last recorded81,437 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Fiat Punto59,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW02 LWS
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 81,437 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 81,437 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Fail 12 Nov 2015 81,400 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 76,509 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 68,346 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 68,346 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 63,696 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 58,060 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 29 May 2010 52,579 miles

rear tyres getting low

Pass 3 Jun 2009 47,413 miles

Off side wiper split at both

Fail 3 Jun 2009 47,413 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Off side wiper split at both

Pass 6 Jun 2008 41,623 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 41,623 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 15 Jun 2007 34,678 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 34,678 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 28,126 miles

near side rear tyre worn to 2.5mm.

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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HW02 LWS is a 2002 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 HW02 LWS, 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 HW02 LWS?

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What year was HW02 LWS registered?

HW02 LWS is a 2002 Fiat Punto, first registered on 27 June 2002.

Is HW02 LWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW02 LWS shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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