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KU55 VJC

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

82,110 mi
Last recorded82,110 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 VJC
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 82,110 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 80,815 miles

Exhaust mounting defective all rubbers perishing (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust manifold heat shield loose

reverse light not working

Pass 18 Sep 2020 80,108 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2020 80,107 miles

Offside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 79,565 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 77,606 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Sep 2018 77,606 miles

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 74,705 miles

Exhaust rubbers perishing.

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both. (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 71,887 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 70,502 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 165 70r14 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Sep 2015 70,502 miles

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 165 70r14 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 64,719 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 58,671 miles

both front tyres close to limit 165/70r14

Pass 28 Sep 2012 51,445 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 45,427 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 45,426 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 36,568 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 29,280 miles

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 16 Sep 2008 21,444 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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KU55 VJC is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KU55 VJC, 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 KU55 VJC registered?

KU55 VJC is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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