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FP55 TKU

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

65,169 mi
Last recorded65,169 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 TKU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2022 65,169 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Dec 2022 65,169 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 62,521 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 61,842 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 57,177 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 55,231 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 53,424 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 51,865 miles

offside rear tyre slight splitting

Fail 10 Dec 2016 51,861 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect offside and nearside (1.8.A.1b)

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

offside rear tyre slight splitting

Pass 16 Dec 2015 50,336 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 48,388 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 45,882 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)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 44,490 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 41,208 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 4 Jan 2011 38,966 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 36,461 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 35,231 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 34,482 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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FP55 TKU is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FP55 TKU, 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 FP55 TKU registered?

FP55 TKU is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is FP55 TKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 TKU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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