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SB03 EMJ

2003 Fiat Punto Active Sport

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

33,175 mi
Last recorded33,175 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2008
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto Active Sport38,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 EMJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto Active Sport
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2008 33,175 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 41,396 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Aug 2007 37,322 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 29,510 miles

car returned with new set of wheels and tyres fitted

Fail 23 Aug 2006 29,508 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside rear tyre inner sidewall starting to split

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto Active Sport?

Based on 677 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
7,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 7
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6
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SB03 EMJ is a 2003 Fiat Punto Active Sport in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Punto Active Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 38,134 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 Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB03 EMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto Active Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Punto Active Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SB03 EMJ registered?

SB03 EMJ is a 2003 Fiat Punto Active Sport, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is SB03 EMJ safe to buy?

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