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BN55 FGU

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,283 mi
Last recorded47,283 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 FGU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 47,283 miles

Rear exhaust mounting rubber deteriorated

both rear springs coroded

Fail 15 Oct 2018 47,283 miles

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

Rear exhaust mounting rubber deteriorated

both rear springs coroded

Pass 23 Oct 2017 42,231 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 42,228 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2016 37,573 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 35,670 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 32,864 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 31,189 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 29,963 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 26,446 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2009 22,600 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 22,600 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 16,156 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 16,156 miles

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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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BN55 FGU is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BN55 FGU, 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 BN55 FGU registered?

BN55 FGU is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is BN55 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 FGU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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