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FG05 RBU

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

68,394 mi
Last recorded68,394 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 RBU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 68,394 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 65,270 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 65,239 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 56,820 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 52,081 miles

Recommend head light glass is cleaned

Pass 23 Mar 2017 49,443 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 49,443 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 43,930 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 40,309 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 35,944 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 27 Mar 2013 31,705 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 26,840 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 26,840 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 21,213 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 17,655 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 14,897 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 10,072 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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FG05 RBU is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Red 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 FG05 RBU, 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 FG05 RBU registered?

FG05 RBU is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is FG05 RBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 RBU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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