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MA53 AVE

2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,031 mi
Last recorded35,031 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2009
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V33,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA53 AVE
MakeFiat
ModelPunto Active 8V
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Jan 2009 35,031 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2007 32,727 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 23,097 miles

Coolant leak from radiator

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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MA53 AVE is a 2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MA53 AVE, 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.

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What year was MA53 AVE registered?

MA53 AVE is a 2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is MA53 AVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA53 AVE shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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