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HW02 LXE

2002 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

158,022 mi
Last recorded158,022 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2022
Typical for 2002 Fiat Punto59,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW02 LXE
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022 158,022 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 146,465 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 146,452 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 136,473 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 130,616 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 123,167 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres low (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres low (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 123,167 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive will be ok after new box fitted (7.3.D.4)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box holed and blowing (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres low (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres low (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 115,332 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jul 2015 104,751 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 96,015 miles

Headlamp aim/pattern weak - Lens cracking up

Pass 26 Jul 2013 87,614 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

rear tyre's getting low in tread.

Pass 30 Jul 2012 78,899 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2011 69,940 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 62,311 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 54,642 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 45,156 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 38,066 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)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 30,461 miles

N/S/F TYRE VALVE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

N/S/R TYRE VALVE SLIGHT;Y DAMAGED

O/S/F TYRE VALVE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

O/S/R TYRE VALVE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

Fail 26 Jul 2006 30,461 miles

N/S/F TYRE VALVE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

N/S/R TYRE VALVE SLIGHT;Y DAMAGED

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

O/S/F TYRE VALVE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

O/S/R TYRE VALVE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Pass 20 Jul 2005 24,815 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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 LXE is a 2002 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LXE, 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

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What year was HW02 LXE registered?

HW02 LXE is a 2002 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 July 2002.

Is HW02 LXE safe to buy?

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