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WR53 SBV

2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,574 mi
Last recorded42,574 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2008
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V33,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR53 SBV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto Active 8V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2008 42,574 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 32,947 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 32,947 miles

Horn control insecure (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto Active 8V?

Based on 1,049 MOT tests across 443 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
5,516
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47
Horn not working 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 9
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7
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WR53 SBV is a 2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 33,803 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 8V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WR53 SBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto Active 8V typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Punto Active 8V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WR53 SBV?

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What year was WR53 SBV registered?

WR53 SBV is a 2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is WR53 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR53 SBV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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