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GF55 VVK

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,791 mi
Last recorded131,791 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 VVK
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 131,791 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 131,610 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle offside 37% underperforming (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 128,242 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2022 127,635 miles

Emissions not tested Due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2022 117,849 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2022 117,849 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 115,105 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 112,709 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 110,009 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 110,009 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 106,930 miles

bad oil leak leval on minimum

Pass 23 Nov 2015 99,971 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 90,504 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 79,954 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 79,954 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 69,119 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 69,119 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 598,555 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 48,658 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 37,415 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 26,206 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor 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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GF55 VVK is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GF55 VVK, 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 GF55 VVK registered?

GF55 VVK is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is GF55 VVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 VVK shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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