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AD03 ESN

2003 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

97,005 mi
Last recorded97,005 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 ESN
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 97,005 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Nov 2014 94,051 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Nov 2014 94,051 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 89,569 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 89,569 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 85,597 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 79,144 miles

Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

rear axle corroded

Pass 29 Dec 2010 74,750 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 69,686 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 63,913 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 56,758 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 41,411 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

eng sump corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2007 41,411 miles

eng sump corroded

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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AD03 ESN is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AD03 ESN, 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 AD03 ESN?

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What year was AD03 ESN registered?

AD03 ESN is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 19 August 2003.

Is AD03 ESN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 ESN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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