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GL05 VDT

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

115,080 mi
Last recorded115,080 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 VDT
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 115,080 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 115,080 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened under steering rack. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner upper wheel arch. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively torn. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front brake discs in poor corroded condition.

Front brake pads v.low. change asap.

Front sub frame in poor weak corroded condition.

Fail 14 Jan 2019 115,031 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Corrosion round both front suspension top mounts

Corrosion to front subframe

Corrosion to offside rear chassis rail

Corrosion to rear axle

Pass 15 Nov 2017 102,804 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 102,804 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Oct 2017 102,269 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 93,116 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2016 93,111 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 84,248 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 75,593 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 66,655 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 57,119 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 48,487 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 39,241 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 30,443 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 22,439 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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GL05 VDT is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 GL05 VDT, 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 GL05 VDT registered?

GL05 VDT is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 19 July 2005.

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