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AD03 ETA

2003 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

108,250 mi
Last recorded108,250 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto57,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 108,250 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 95,392 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 92,943 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 91,320 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 90,391 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 86,844 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 84,375 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 79,024 miles

wear on discs

Pass 26 Apr 2012 74,860 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 68,537 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

chips in screen

corrosion on underside of vehicle

wear on brake discs

Fail 11 May 2011 68,535 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

chips in screen

corrosion on underside of vehicle

wear on brake discs

Pass 10 May 2010 62,508 miles

chip in screen

rear brakes uneven

Pass 13 May 2009 57,385 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 49,659 miles

chip in screen

sligth distortion on nearside rear tyre

Pass 30 May 2007 40,633 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 30,930 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

corrosion on exhaust

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 ETA is a 2003 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ETA, 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.

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What year was AD03 ETA registered?

AD03 ETA is a 2003 Fiat Punto, first registered on 18 June 2003.

Is AD03 ETA safe to buy?

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