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ET54 XEP

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,968 mi
Last recorded102,968 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET54 XEP
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 102,968 miles

Offside Front brake hose although loose is still secure

Offside Rear bumper although cracked is not presenting a sharp edge

Offside windowscreen wiper blade would benefit from replacement as it is split

possible oil leak in the engine bay

Fail 9 Jun 2017 102,968 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested even with a bulb fitted the headlight lens is dicoloured and may still fail (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect headlight lens is discoloured (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front brake hose although loose is still secure

Offside Rear bumper although cracked is not presenting a sharp edge

Offside windowscreen wiper blade would benefit from replacement as it is split

possible oil leak in the engine bay

Pass 15 Mar 2016 93,536 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 17 Mar 2015 89,123 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 89,123 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 80,785 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2013 71,025 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2013 71,025 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 62,279 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 24 Feb 2011 56,956 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 47,466 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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 21 Feb 2009 36,769 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 28,972 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 28,972 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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ET54 XEP 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 ET54 XEP, 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 ET54 XEP registered?

ET54 XEP is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 25 February 2005.

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