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FY05 XBP

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

75,184 mi
Last recorded75,184 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 XBP
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 75,184 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

rear silencer corroded and weak

Fail 26 Oct 2018 75,052 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine management light stays on

rear silencer corroded and weak

Pass 25 Oct 2017 69,528 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 24 Oct 2017 69,527 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 69,288 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

headlight beam pattern just visible

Fail 18 Oct 2016 69,286 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

headlight beam pattern just visible

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 67,367 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both headlight beam images poor

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Fail 18 Sep 2015 67,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front tyre right on legal limit

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both headlight beam images poor

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 29 Jul 2014 58,041 miles

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

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 11 Jul 2013 48,077 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 48,077 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 44,060 miles

nearside front tyre worn to limit on inner edge

Fail 23 Jul 2012 44,060 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

nearside front tyre worn to limit on inner edge

Pass 2 Jul 2011 37,219 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 18 Jun 2010 31,179 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 18 Jun 2010 31,179 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 24,962 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 24,962 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 15,214 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 14,699 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 14,699 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 XBP is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XBP, 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 XBP registered?

FY05 XBP is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is FY05 XBP safe to buy?

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