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MJ05 FRR

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

59,560 mi
Last recorded59,560 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2012
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2012 59,560 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 59,560 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 19 Aug 2011 43,062 miles

Both front brake discs slightly worn

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Gearbox gear selector cables come out from retaining clip, above subframe

Offside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder, also slight damage to outer sidewall

Oil level close to minimum mark

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

nearside wiper torn but still clearing windscreen

Pass 19 Jul 2010 92,425 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 92,425 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 66,751 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 53,940 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 53,940 miles

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

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

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 FRR is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MJ05 FRR, 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 FRR registered?

MJ05 FRR is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 April 2005.

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