CarVerify

Free Car Check

GY55 VZH

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

138,635 mi
Last recorded138,635 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 VZH
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2015 138,635 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2014 124,674 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 107,214 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Fail 19 Nov 2013 107,214 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Fail 8 Nov 2013 107,114 miles

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

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

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Coolant leak

Front bumper offside grille missing snd nearside grille insecure

Front exhaust bracket broken

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

Oil leak

Surface corrosion in inner front wings and chassis sections

Fail 3 Nov 2012 95,836 miles

Airbag lamp on.

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside wiper slightly split.

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Slight blow from exhaust rear silencer.

Pass 3 Nov 2012 95,836 miles

Airbag lamp on.

Offside wiper slightly split.

Slight blow from exhaust rear silencer.

Pass 4 Nov 2011 85,555 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Fail 4 Nov 2011 85,555 miles

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

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

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

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 73,877 miles

O/S/R tyre worn low

Fail 27 Oct 2010 73,877 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/S/R tyre worn low

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 57,365 miles

Bonnet release and catch stiff.

Pass 1 Nov 2008 41,427 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside rear seatback latch not working but nearside latch holding seatback in upright position.

Fail 1 Nov 2008 41,427 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake stationary pin locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside rear seatback latch not working but nearside latch holding seatback in upright position.

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
Full Fiat Punto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GY55 VZH is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 GY55 VZH, 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

How do I check the history of GY55 VZH?

You can check the full history of GY55 VZH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GY55 VZH registered?

GY55 VZH is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is GY55 VZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY55 VZH shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY55 VZH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GY55 VZH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.