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KN55 RCV

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,819 mi
Last recorded96,819 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN55 RCV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 96,819 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 14 May 2018 96,819 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 16 May 2017 92,155 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

radiator fan bearing is noisy

Pass 17 Aug 2015 91,013 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 91,013 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 85,732 miles

*** FRONT SCUTTLE AND DRAINS FULL/BLOCKED ***

*** TYRE TREAD DEPTHS = *** O/S/F = 2.0MM*** , N/S/F = 3.0MM** , O/S/R AND N/S/R = 4.0MM *** LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6MM ***

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

Front Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Aug 2014 85,732 miles

*** FRONT SCUTTLE AND DRAINS FULL/BLOCKED ***

*** TYRE TREAD DEPTHS = *** O/S/F = 2.0MM*** , N/S/F = 3.0MM** , O/S/R AND N/S/R = 4.0MM *** LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6MM ***

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

Front Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 77,085 miles

*** TYRE TREAD DEPTHS = O/S/R AND O/S/F = 5.0MM , N/S/R = 4.5MM , N/S/F = 4.0MM *** LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6MM ***

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

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2012 69,732 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2012 69,732 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 62,588 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 55,599 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 43,620 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 32,078 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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KN55 RCV is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KN55 RCV, 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 KN55 RCV registered?

KN55 RCV is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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