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FJ05 VPA

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,427 mi
Last recorded116,427 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 VPA
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 116,427 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 103,988 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 91,613 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 23 Jun 2014 77,618 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 63,453 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 45,786 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jun 2011 37,668 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 33,063 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 28,125 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 28,125 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 22,830 miles

Child seat fitted to nearside rear so not able to check seatbelt operation

Fail 13 Jun 2008 22,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

chaild seat fitted to nearside rear so not able to check seatbelt operation

offside rear tyre wearing on inner and outter edges

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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FJ05 VPA is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Red 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 FJ05 VPA, 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 FJ05 VPA registered?

FJ05 VPA is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is FJ05 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 VPA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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