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ET05 VXF

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

75,268 mi
Last recorded75,268 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 VXF
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 75,268 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2020 75,268 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 70,902 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 12 Jan 2019 70,902 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 68,987 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)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 66,782 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing on edges 2 m/m tread

oil level low

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 7 Jan 2016 63,612 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Fail 7 Jan 2016 63,611 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 61,388 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 57,751 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 53,220 miles

Steering slightly tight at wheels

nearside front tyre close to limit and balding on edges (1756514)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 49,843 miles

front brake discs are slightly worn and corroding

Pass 21 Jan 2011 47,346 miles

both front tyres are close to the limit,worn on inner shoulders. Advise alignment check!

o/s/r tyre is close to the limit,deteriorated and has two nails in the tread!

Fail 20 Jan 2011 47,330 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

both front tyres are close to the limit,worn on inner shoulders. Advise alignment check!

o/s/r tyre is close to the limit,deteriorated and has two nails in the tread!

ELECTRIC COOLING FAN IS INOPERATIVE/SEIZED AND THE MOTOR IS BURNING OUT/SMOKING HEAVILY!

Pass 11 Jan 2010 44,396 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 44,363 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 38,206 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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ET05 VXF is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 ET05 VXF, 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 ET05 VXF registered?

ET05 VXF is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 26 August 2005.

Is ET05 VXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 VXF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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