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A9 EMU

2003 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,569 mi
Last recorded95,569 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 EMU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 95,569 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

wheel trims fitted

Fail 7 Aug 2015 95,597 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

wheel trims fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2014 90,606 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 84,483 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 77,538 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 70,151 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Mar 2011 70,151 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Fail 19 Apr 2010 62,652 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

corrosion on rear floors

n/s/f brake pipe bent

Pass 19 Apr 2010 62,652 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

corrosion on rear floors

n/s/f brake pipe bent

Pass 1 Sep 2009 52,651 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 28,724 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 26,021 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 25,948 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both check straps broken on doors

Pass 1 Sep 2006 14,792 miles

rear silencer rusty around drain hole

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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A9 EMU is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 57,045 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 A9 EMU, 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 23 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 A9 EMU?

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What year was A9 EMU registered?

A9 EMU is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is A9 EMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 EMU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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