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VCZ 8449

2003 Fiat Punto Active

Blue Other 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

54,759 mi
Last recorded54,759 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto Active40,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCZ 8449
MakeFiat
ModelPunto Active
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 54,759 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 54,601 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 54,439 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2021 46,570 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2021 46,510 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 45,993 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 43,403 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto Active?

Based on 3,132 MOT tests across 866 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
5,310
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 39
Headlamp aim too low 28
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
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VCZ 8449 is a 2003 Fiat Punto Active in Blue with a 1,242cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Punto Active models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 40,152 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 Active fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VCZ 8449, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto Active typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Punto Active is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VCZ 8449 registered?

VCZ 8449 is a 2003 Fiat Punto Active, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is VCZ 8449 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCZ 8449 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VCZ 8449 have outstanding finance?

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