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EK55 XLC

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,962 mi
Last recorded41,962 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 XLC
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 41,962 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 13 Feb 2017 41,947 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Mar 2016 39,368 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 37,067 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Mar 2014 35,594 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 34,006 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 34,006 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 32,725 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 31,137 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 27,191 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 27 Jan 2009 22,925 miles

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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EK55 XLC is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EK55 XLC, 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 EK55 XLC registered?

EK55 XLC is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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