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EX55 FXC

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

127,106 mi
Last recorded127,106 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 FXC
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Oct 2022 127,106 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 122,580 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 120,883 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubber splitting (6.1.2 (a))

head lights checked on 3 setting

Pass 15 Oct 2019 119,888 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2019 119,886 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust gas leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexy split (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 117,445 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 117,444 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 108,948 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 102,847 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 94,846 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 86,625 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 80,996 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 73,583 miles

both front tyres have slight cuts on side wall

Pass 17 Sep 2011 63,643 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 59,121 miles

both rear tyres getting low slight exhaust blow from front pipe

Pass 9 Sep 2009 47,099 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 35,880 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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EX55 FXC is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 EX55 FXC, 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 EX55 FXC registered?

EX55 FXC is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is EX55 FXC safe to buy?

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