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FV54 ZBJ

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

114,545 mi
Last recorded114,545 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 ZBJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 114,545 miles

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

Offside Rear perished cracking in tread

Fail 9 Nov 2017 114,543 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component locking device missing clip flexi to leg (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect not working (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component locking device missing clip flexi to leg (3.5.1l)

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

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

Offside Rear perished cracking in tread

Pass 11 Nov 2016 106,558 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 101,578 miles

genneral underbody corrosion

Pass 28 Oct 2014 93,084 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Oct 2014 93,077 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 79,704 miles

Oil sump badly corroded signs of leakage

Fail 8 Nov 2013 79,704 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil sump badly corroded signs of leakage

Pass 24 Oct 2012 65,079 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Nov 2011 53,024 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 39,579 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 28,092 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 17,438 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 8,036 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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FV54 ZBJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FV54 ZBJ, 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 FV54 ZBJ registered?

FV54 ZBJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 20 January 2005.

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The MOT history for FV54 ZBJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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