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MK05 XMU

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,987 mi
Last recorded69,987 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 XMU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2018 69,987 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened n/s and o/s where wishbones attach (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Oil leak engine ()

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 62,970 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 56,939 miles

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

rear exhaust mount splitting

Pass 27 Mar 2015 50,444 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 50,444 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 43,355 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 28 Feb 2014 43,355 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 36,810 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 32,804 miles

slight cracking rear tyres

slight knock from exhaust rear

slight ovality o/s front brake

slight smearing n/side wiper

Fail 22 Mar 2012 32,804 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight cracking rear tyres

slight knock from exhaust rear

slight ovality o/s front brake

slight smearing n/side wiper

Pass 17 Jun 2011 31,384 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 28,199 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 22,433 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 17,197 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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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MK05 XMU is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey 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 MK05 XMU, 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 MK05 XMU registered?

MK05 XMU is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is MK05 XMU safe to buy?

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