CarVerify

Free Car Check

LT55 GVL

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

58,284 mi
Last recorded58,284 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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

RegistrationLT55 GVL
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
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

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 58,284 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 57,892 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 48,769 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 41,054 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 41,054 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 35,444 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 24,952 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 24,952 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2016 18,344 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded inner and outer faces (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Perishing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Perishing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 18,344 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low Due to broken lamp (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure Broken lamp unit (1.7.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded inner and outer faces (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Perishing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Perishing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 17,983 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 17,983 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 17,562 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 17,015 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 15,949 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)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 14,305 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 14,305 miles

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 10,991 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 8,022 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2008 8,015 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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

LT55 GVL is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 LT55 GVL, 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 LT55 GVL?

You can check the full history of LT55 GVL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LT55 GVL registered?

LT55 GVL is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is LT55 GVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT55 GVL shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LT55 GVL 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 LT55 GVL. 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.