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EX05 MXF

2005 Fiat Punto

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

118,138 mi
Last recorded118,138 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 MXF
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 118,138 miles

Coil spring corroded nearside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2019 118,138 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working offside front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working nearside rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nearside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded nearside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 113,472 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 113,472 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 6 Sep 2018 113,467 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 May 2014 110,715 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

exhaust deteriorated

o/s/r bump stop broke

Fail 8 May 2014 110,713 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

exhaust deteriorated

o/s/r bump stop broke

Pass 11 May 2013 89,618 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 89,618 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 May 2012 86,101 miles

Slight play in steering column

Pass 17 May 2011 82,182 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 82,182 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 May 2010 65,200 miles

front brake pads look as if getting low

Fail 14 May 2010 65,200 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

front brake pads look as if getting low

Pass 7 May 2009 48,258 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 32,161 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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EX05 MXF is a 2005 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 EX05 MXF, 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 EX05 MXF registered?

EX05 MXF is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 24 May 2005.

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