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GJ55 PYV

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

90,933 mi
Last recorded90,933 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 PYV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 90,933 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jan 2023 90,612 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing fuel cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect foggy mess/ no pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect foggy mess/no pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald to inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald to cords/canvas (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald to cords/canvas (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear seat belts operation and fitment unable to teast due to rear of car full of drivers belongings.

Rear seats security condition operation unable to test due to rear of car full of customers belongings

Pass 13 Nov 2021 78,344 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 71,207 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 71,203 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Dec 2019 62,141 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2019 59,824 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 55,284 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

exhaust tailpipe was rubbing on tyre

Fail 25 Jul 2018 55,280 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

exhaust tailpipe was rubbing on tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2017 50,359 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 46,478 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 464,478 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

exhaust rusty

Pass 5 Aug 2015 44,020 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

front exhaust flex deteriorated

os sun visor deteriorated

Pass 5 Aug 2014 40,042 miles

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

exhaust system deteriorated f/flex/corrosion r/box and rear bracket loose

max speed warning light on

offside sun visor deteriorated

Pass 15 Jul 2013 34,740 miles

maximum speed exceeded warning light on?

Fail 15 Jul 2013 34,740 miles

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

maximum speed exceeded warning light on?

Pass 1 Aug 2012 28,768 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 28,768 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front exhaust bracket corroded away

rear tyres perished and aged 7yrs old

Fail 1 Aug 2011 23,345 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 23,345 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 19,151 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 16,756 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 12,984 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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GJ55 PYV is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 GJ55 PYV, 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 GJ55 PYV registered?

GJ55 PYV is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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