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HX52 HLP

2002 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,423 mi
Last recorded153,423 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2012
Typical for 2002 Fiat Punto59,323 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX52 HLP
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2012 153,423 miles

fan motor noisy

Fail 5 Nov 2012 153,423 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

fan motor noisy

Pass 7 Nov 2011 135,660 miles

Oil leak

nearside front coil spring catching inner wing

nearside wiper split

Fail 7 Nov 2011 135,660 miles

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

Oil leak

nearside front coil spring catching inner wing

nearside wiper split

Pass 23 Nov 2010 120,723 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 120,683 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 102,673 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Fail 23 Nov 2009 102,673 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2008 83,975 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 61,557 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 46,132 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 32,969 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake reserve travel poor

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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HX52 HLP is a 2002 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HX52 HLP, 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 HX52 HLP registered?

HX52 HLP is a 2002 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is HX52 HLP safe to buy?

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