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HV55 UKJ

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

94,349 mi
Last recorded94,349 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 UKJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 94,349 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 94,347 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2019 84,247 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 21 May 2019 84,001 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 75,959 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 22 May 2018 75,958 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side little effort (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached excessive movement upper attachment (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 9 May 2017 68,471 miles

Oil leak, Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2016 65,270 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 65,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 59,771 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

advise to change rear shockabsorber bush

Pass 6 Jun 2014 53,792 miles

child seat fitted to offside rear, seat belt not checked

nearside wiper split on the end

Pass 4 Jun 2013 49,254 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 May 2012 44,688 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 44,687 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 39,671 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 39,671 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 May 2010 35,286 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 20,023 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 23,365 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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HV55 UKJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 HV55 UKJ, 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 HV55 UKJ registered?

HV55 UKJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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