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BX55 UXW

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

95,024 mi
Last recorded95,024 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX55 UXW
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 95,024 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 95,024 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 89,033 miles

brake pipe covers fitted

slight exhaust blow at front joint

Pass 19 Feb 2015 82,977 miles

offside front door metal chack strap insecure!!

Fail 19 Feb 2015 82,977 miles

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

offside front door metal chack strap insecure!!

Pass 13 Feb 2014 76,126 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 76,126 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Feb 2013 70,182 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 63,110 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 55,418 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 48,122 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 48,122 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside rear tyre is worn to @ 3mm

Pass 20 Feb 2009 40,212 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 19 Feb 2009 40,205 miles

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

Coolant leak

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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BX55 UXW is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue 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 BX55 UXW, 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 BX55 UXW registered?

BX55 UXW is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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