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FG05 YFU

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

130,117 mi
Last recorded130,117 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 YFU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 130,117 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 123,108 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 123,108 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and worn out of shape (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

rear section of exhaust held up with cable ties

Pass 24 Oct 2018 110,639 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 98,129 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 82,219 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 72,860 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 61,437 miles

engine ( sump) has serious oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2014 53,308 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 45,027 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 37,476 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 37,476 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 29,753 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 23,891 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 18,118 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 12,454 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 YFU is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YFU, 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 FG05 YFU registered?

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

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