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AK55 VEA

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

106,693 mi
Last recorded106,693 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 VEA
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 May 2018 106,693 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust mountain rubber is perished.

Pass 2 May 2017 89,407 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 89,407 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 May 2016 85,672 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 85,672 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 6 May 2015 81,586 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Oil leak

Fail 6 May 2015 81,586 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Gearbox mounting defective

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2014 78,102 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 May 2014 78,012 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2013 67,252 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 59,772 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 49,690 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 42,263 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 May 2009 32,645 miles

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto?

Based on 6,712,102 MOT tests across 579,551 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,424
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
579,551
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 377,326
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231,791
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 192,244
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186,022
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 146,383
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AK55 VEA is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 54,210 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 377,326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK55 VEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Fiat Punto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK55 VEA registered?

AK55 VEA is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is AK55 VEA safe to buy?

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