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MJ05 BNV

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,512 mi
Last recorded105,512 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 BNV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2016 105,512 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 93,763 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 93,756 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2014 81,401 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 22 Feb 2014 81,401 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 26 Feb 2013 65,916 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 65,865 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 55,847 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 40,919 miles

engine oil low

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 22 Feb 2010 23,100 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 7,236 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 5,590 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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MJ05 BNV is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MJ05 BNV, 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 MJ05 BNV registered?

MJ05 BNV is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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