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BD55 RBF

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

123,716 mi
Last recorded123,716 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 RBF
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 123,716 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 123,706 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits low (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits high (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits high (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 123,683 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 110,772 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2017 110,762 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 99,762 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 98,942 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 98,942 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect fitted incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 85,998 miles

Headlamp patterns weak due to worn plastic lenses

Oil leak from rusty sump pan

Fail 14 Nov 2014 85,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Headlamp patterns weak due to worn plastic lenses

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Oil leak from rusty sump pan

Fail 1 Nov 2013 73,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise:- wiper blades worn.

Pass 1 Nov 2013 73,124 miles

advise:- wiper blades worn.

Pass 29 Oct 2012 60,748 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 46,942 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 34,332 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 24,395 miles

advise both front tyres wearing on both edges

Pass 7 Nov 2008 18,525 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 18,525 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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BD55 RBF is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 BD55 RBF, 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.

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BD55 RBF is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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