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BD55 RJV

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

94,916 mi
Last recorded94,916 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2016 94,916 miles

Emissions carbon dioxide is only just passing the test

Engine management telltail is illuminated

Nearside Front Headlamp Lense is cloudy

Nearside Rear Tyre shows signs of perishing

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 85,951 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a nail in it

Nearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster moved for testing

Fail 11 Dec 2015 85,951 miles

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

Centre Front Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Emissions not tested Emissions test aborted due to excessive leakage of gasses further up exhaust (7.3.A.1)

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a nail in it

Nearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster moved for testing

Pass 17 Dec 2014 76,012 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear centre seat belt not checked, inaccessible.

Pass 18 Dec 2013 66,163 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 24,238 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Dec 2012 59,000 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 58,766 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Dec 2011 52,053 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

small cuts in n/s/f tyre and o/s/f tyre sidewalls

Pass 8 Dec 2010 49,300 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 41,885 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 27 Nov 2009 41,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 17 Dec 2008 33,529 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

front discs in poor condition

Pass 17 Dec 2008 33,529 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

front discs in poor condition

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 RJV 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 BD55 RJV, 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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What year was BD55 RJV registered?

BD55 RJV is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 December 2005.

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