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LX05 ODJ

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,340 mi
Last recorded34,340 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 ODJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 34,340 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 34,339 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 33,100 miles

Rear coil; springs corroded

both headlamps poor pattern

Pass 17 Jan 2024 31,103 miles

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

both headlamps poor pattern

Pass 19 Jan 2023 28,457 miles

both headlamps poor pattern

o/s wiper split

Pass 7 Jan 2022 26,807 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 24,531 miles

rear exhaust corroded/ deteriorated

Pass 8 Jan 2020 21,880 miles

rear indicators slightly white

Fail 8 Jan 2020 21,880 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

rear indicators slightly white

Pass 10 Jan 2019 18,989 miles

brake hoses slightly perished

items removed from drivers area prior to test

o/s wiper split

Fail 10 Jan 2019 18,989 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

brake hoses slightly perished

items removed from drivers area prior to test

o/s wiper split

Pass 4 Jan 2018 15,333 miles

o/s/f tyre slightly perished

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 7 Jan 2017 11,440 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2017 11,440 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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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LX05 ODJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black 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 LX05 ODJ, 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

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What year was LX05 ODJ registered?

LX05 ODJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is LX05 ODJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 ODJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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