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MK05 PCU

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

70,224 mi
Last recorded70,224 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 PCU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2018 70,224 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2018 70,224 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 68,823 miles

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

Rear exhaust rubber deteriorating

Pass 30 Mar 2016 65,765 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 62,666 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 62,665 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 59,046 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 52,561 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 52,561 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 44,669 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 44,669 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 39,032 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 39,032 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 34,959 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

under vehicle cover fitted

Fail 15 Apr 2010 34,959 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

under vehicle cover fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2009 29,834 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 25,305 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 25,305 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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MK05 PCU is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 MK05 PCU, 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 MK05 PCU registered?

MK05 PCU is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is MK05 PCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK05 PCU shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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