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MF55 TBV

2005 Fiat Punto

Yellow Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,246 mi
Last recorded94,246 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 TBV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 94,246 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 94,246 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 91,401 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 82,324 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 76,894 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

heat shield loose

o/s/r reflector missing

Fail 2 May 2014 76,856 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust manifold heat sheild insecure

offside rear lower reflector (in bumper cover missing) but rear lamp cluster unit has reflectors within them

Pass 30 Apr 2013 68,872 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 60,628 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 56,171 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 47,870 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 42,446 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 34,184 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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MF55 TBV is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Yellow with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MF55 TBV, 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 MF55 TBV registered?

MF55 TBV is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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