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KX55 USU

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

128,700 mi
Last recorded128,700 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX55 USU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 128,700 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

age related rust underneath of the vehicle

Fail 14 Dec 2019 128,700 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

age related rust underneath of the vehicle

Pass 14 Dec 2018 120,162 miles

Covers fitted

Gear level stiff

Gearbox outer housing has crack

Rear exhaust has slight leak of gases

Fail 14 Dec 2018 120,162 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Covers fitted

Gear level stiff

Gearbox outer housing has crack

Rear exhaust has slight leak of gases

Pass 6 Jan 2018 111,385 miles

Covers fitted

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

Rear both coil springs has slight corrosion

oil leak

Pass 7 Jan 2017 102,096 miles

Covers fited

oil leak

Pass 31 Dec 2015 87,101 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2014 79,912 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2014 79,912 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 68,287 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 61,976 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 61,976 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 53,004 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 53,004 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 46,567 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Dec 2009 37,612 miles

Nearside Front 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 8 Dec 2009 37,612 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front 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 10 Dec 2008 26,549 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 26,549 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KX55 USU is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 KX55 USU, 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 KX55 USU registered?

KX55 USU is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is KX55 USU safe to buy?

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