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FD55 DVP

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

118,198 mi
Last recorded118,198 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 DVP
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 118,198 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 108,866 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 97,980 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 87,484 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2012 81,706 miles

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

surface corrosion on inner sills floor pan

Fail 19 Dec 2012 81,706 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 5 May 2012 73,490 miles

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

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

slight smear from n/s/f wiper

Pass 21 May 2011 56,234 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 59,766 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2010 50,241 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 40,985 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 40,170 miles

damage to n/s/r floor and sill

Fail 25 Sep 2008 40,170 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

damage to n/s/r floor and sill

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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FD55 DVP is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FD55 DVP, 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 FD55 DVP registered?

FD55 DVP is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is FD55 DVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 DVP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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