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FY55 BSV

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

61,487 mi
Last recorded61,487 miles
Recorded on24 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 BSV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2021 61,487 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 61,487 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 60,213 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 58,700 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 56,183 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 56,183 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 54,856 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 54,856 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 52,530 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 48,016 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 48,016 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 42,987 miles

both front tyres worn close to legal limit.

front brake discs & pads wearing thin.

Fail 20 Jun 2014 42,966 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres worn close to legal limit.

front brake discs & pads wearing thin.

Pass 14 Jun 2013 35,844 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 23,155 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 15,352 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 8,208 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 6,359 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 5,081 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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FY55 BSV is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FY55 BSV, 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 FY55 BSV registered?

FY55 BSV is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 10 September 2005.

Is FY55 BSV safe to buy?

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