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BF05 VXO

2005 Fiat Punto

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,813 mi
Last recorded132,813 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 VXO
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 132,813 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on various parts of underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords damage to outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on both subframes and assemblies etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both headlight lenses deteriorating

Pass 31 Aug 2017 128,593 miles

Body has slight corrosion slight corrosion on various parts of underbody (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 122,723 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 114,777 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2015 114,777 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective light on (5.4.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 102,186 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2014 102,185 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 89,129 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 89,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 77,770 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 77,770 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 68,802 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 68,802 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 58,342 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 58,342 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 45,843 miles

slight wear both rear shock absorber top bushes

Pass 11 Aug 2008 33,922 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 32,887 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)

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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BF05 VXO is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BF05 VXO, 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 BF05 VXO registered?

BF05 VXO is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is BF05 VXO safe to buy?

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