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VCZ 4248

2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V

Red Other 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2021
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,783 mi
Last recorded118,783 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V33,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCZ 4248
MakeFiat
ModelPunto Active 8V
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Dec 2019 118,783 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 113,181 miles

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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VCZ 4248 is a 2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V in Red with a 1,242cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 VCZ 4248, 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 VCZ 4248 registered?

VCZ 4248 is a 2003 Fiat Punto Active 8V, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is VCZ 4248 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCZ 4248 shows 2 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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