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LV05 VFN

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

62,003 mi
Last recorded62,003 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 VFN
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 62,003 miles

front pads low 2mm

o/s/r light unit full of water

Fail 8 Aug 2026 62,003 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working replaced blocked valve (3.5 (a))

front pads low 2mm

o/s/r light unit full of water

Pass 18 Aug 2025 58,543 miles

both front wishbone back bushes starting to perish

Pass 17 Aug 2024 56,030 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier resecured (4.13 (a) (i))

n/s/f tyre's low on tread 2mm and heavy outer edge wear

Fail 17 Aug 2024 56,030 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier resecured (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi section, (resealed) (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid unblocked pipe (3.5 (a))

n/s/f tyre's low on tread 2mm and heavy outer edge wear

Pass 10 Aug 2023 53,850 miles

n/s/f tyre's heavy outer edge wear

Fail 10 Aug 2023 53,850 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section sealed (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid put water in bottle (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted untwisted hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam h7 bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

n/s/f tyre's heavy outer edge wear

Fail 24 Jul 2023 53,782 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi major leak of gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect there is no beam image (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested no beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 52,282 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 19 Jul 2022 52,282 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 50,655 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 50,628 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working blocked 'y' valve (3.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 44,699 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 43,114 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 38,947 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 35,465 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 31,930 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 28,986 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 25,328 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 22,120 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 19,032 miles

windscreen scratched by faulty wiper blade

Fail 7 Apr 2011 19,032 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

windscreen scratched by faulty wiper blade

Pass 19 Apr 2010 16,300 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 16,294 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 13,284 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 10,109 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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LV05 VFN is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LV05 VFN, 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 LV05 VFN registered?

LV05 VFN is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is LV05 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 VFN shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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