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Fiat Punto

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,242 cc

L16 SAEMOT history

L16 SAE is a blue petrol Fiat Punto first used on 16 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 36,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
36,981 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 SAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Punto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 SAE was last recorded at 36,981 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 1,835 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
35,146 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,835 miles
Average per year
1,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,981 miles
  • 2025 – 35,146 miles
  • 2024 – 30,945 miles
  • 2023 – 30,400 miles
  • 2022 – 30,324 miles
  • 2021 – 29,969 miles
  • 2020 – 28,470 miles
  • 2019 – 27,886 miles
  • 2018 – 27,008 miles
  • 2017 – 26,103 miles
  • 2016 – 24,852 miles
  • 2015 – 23,989 miles
  • 2014 – 23,164 miles
  • 2013 – 22,155 miles
  • 2012 – 21,267 miles
  • 2011 – 19,480 miles
  • 2010 – 17,100 miles
  • 2009 – 15,944 miles
  • 2008 – 14,205 miles
  • 2007 – 12,291 miles
  • 2006 – 10,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,981 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront flexible exhaust part in poor condition

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,981 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    36,981 miles
    Test number
    812659811140
    • AdvisoryFront flexible exhaust part in poor condition

  2. Fail36,981 miles (+1,835)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,981 miles
    Test number
    865768944942
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault light on dash (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both nearside and offside blades splitting (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront flexible exhaust part in poor condition

  3. Pass35,146 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    35,146 miles
    Test number
    443998524000
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi part in poor condition (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated both nearside and offside flexi hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both nearside and offside brakes not locking out (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail35,146 miles (+4,201)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,146 miles
    Test number
    686991872941
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements water stained characters (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements water stained characters (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi part in poor condition (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated both nearside and offside flexi hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both nearside and offside brakes not locking out (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass30,945 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    30,945 miles
    Test number
    150891372525
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail30,945 miles (+545)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,945 miles
    Test number
    579819365098
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass30,400 miles (+76)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    30,400 miles
    Test number
    816104058579
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass30,324 miles (+355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    30,324 miles
    Test number
    978169094519
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass29,969 miles (+1,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    29,969 miles
    Test number
    959041805306
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass28,470 miles (+584)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    28,470 miles
    Test number
    414742200611
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass27,886 miles (+878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    27,886 miles
    Test number
    122662885268
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Light (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass27,008 miles (+905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    27,008 miles
    Test number
    951169066674
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass26,103 miles (+1,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    26,103 miles
    Test number
    442608067014
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass24,852 miles (+863)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    24,852 miles
    Test number
    246882248345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,989 miles (+825)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    23,989 miles
    Test number
    285963475166
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished and splitting

  16. Pass23,164 miles (+1,009)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    23,164 miles
    Test number
    629419384161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,155 miles (+888)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    22,155 miles
    Test number
    618537893194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads appear to be wearing thin,but not clearly visable

  18. Pass21,267 miles (+1,787)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,267 miles
    Test number
    519880902219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,480 miles (+2,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    19,480 miles
    Test number
    898709591196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass17,100 miles (+1,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    17,100 miles
    Test number
    251080300254
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass15,944 miles (+1,739)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    15,944 miles
    Test number
    520777599106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,205 miles (+1,914)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    14,205 miles
    Test number
    124038998138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,291 miles (+2,046)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    12,291 miles
    Test number
    312289797132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    10,245 miles
    Test number
    194982996139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 SAE

Does L16 SAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 SAE is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 SAE?
The MOT on L16 SAE is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 SAE done?
L16 SAE was recorded at 36,981 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 1,338 miles a year.
Has L16 SAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 SAE has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 SAE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L16 SAE find?
L16 SAE passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front flexible exhaust part in poor condition.

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