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FY05 MEU

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,867 mi
Last recorded69,867 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 MEU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Oct 2013 69,867 miles

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

Offside Front Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 69,867 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 61,100 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 53,734 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 44,982 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 44,978 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2010 34,468 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 May 2009 26,405 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 20,239 miles

both front tyres low on tread

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 MEU is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MEU, 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 MEU registered?

FY05 MEU is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is FY05 MEU safe to buy?

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