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FA05 LJV

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

104,366 mi
Last recorded104,366 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 LJV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 104,366 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 98,622 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 89,553 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2015 89,549 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 79,818 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 72,951 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 64,336 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)

Rear tail gate wiper deteriorating

Pass 2 Jul 2011 55,470 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 46,709 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

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

engine sump and oil filter showing signs of corrosion

nearside rear tyre showing signs of perishing with surface cuts all over tyre

Pass 3 Jul 2009 36,463 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)

front wiper blades noisey but clear screen

Pass 5 Jul 2008 25,494 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 5 Jul 2008 25,494 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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FA05 LJV is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FA05 LJV, 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 FA05 LJV registered?

FA05 LJV is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is FA05 LJV safe to buy?

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