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YL03 VAU

2003 Fiat Punto Active Sport

Yellow Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,722 mi
Last recorded42,722 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2008
Typical for 2003 Fiat Punto Active Sport38,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 VAU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto Active Sport
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2008 42,722 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 21,649 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 26 Jun 2006 20,027 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 20,027 miles

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

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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YL03 VAU is a 2003 Fiat Punto Active Sport in Yellow with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YL03 VAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL03 VAU registered?

YL03 VAU is a 2003 Fiat Punto Active Sport, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is YL03 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 VAU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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