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FY05 LYA

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,564 mi
Last recorded47,564 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 LYA
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 47,564 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 46,959 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 46,345 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 45,615 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 44,788 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 42,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2019 40,413 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (size 185.60.R 14) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam Both side (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment recommended.

Pass 14 May 2018 39,443 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 May 2017 38,463 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 18 May 2016 37,686 miles

offside rear shock absorber upper rubber (eye) bush beginning to split.

Pass 1 May 2015 36,912 miles

Nearside front wiper blade rubber split but clearing ok.

Offside rear shock absorber upper eye bush beginning to split.

Pass 30 Apr 2014 34,817 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 31,099 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 29,583 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2012 29,583 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 28,562 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2011 28,562 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 27,726 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 May 2009 26,997 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 21,229 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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FY05 LYA is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FY05 LYA, 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 FY05 LYA registered?

FY05 LYA is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is FY05 LYA safe to buy?

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