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FY55 FOA

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

88,645 mi
Last recorded88,645 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 FOA
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 88,645 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 88,642 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 79,407 miles

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 1 Aug 2016 79,274 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 66,674 miles

offside rear tyre sidewall cracks

Fail 24 Aug 2015 66,674 miles

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

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

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

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

offside rear tyre sidewall cracks

Pass 28 Aug 2014 54,699 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 27 Aug 2014 54,699 miles

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 Aug 2013 44,873 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres wearing on the inner edges

Fail 27 Aug 2013 44,873 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres wearing on the inner edges

Pass 14 Aug 2012 35,773 miles

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

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

rear w/blade split

Pass 17 Aug 2011 35,303 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 29,931 miles

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Fail 27 Sep 2010 29,931 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 20,073 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 Sep 2009 20,073 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 15,840 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 15,840 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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 FOA is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 FY55 FOA, 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 FY55 FOA registered?

FY55 FOA is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is FY55 FOA safe to buy?

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