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MK55 LKF

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

85,333 mi
Last recorded85,333 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK55 LKF
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2025 85,333 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CROSSMEMBER MOUNTING N/S AND O/ S (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Wrong fuel cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced NEXT TO TANK AND AXLE MOUNTING (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front TYRE WEARING ON BOTH EDGES

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front TYRE WEARING ON BOTH EDGES

Offside Front DOOR HANDLE FAULTY

Pass 23 Oct 2024 82,562 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 82,487 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 79,198 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 75,977 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 72,459 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 69,479 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 66,671 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 62,758 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 58,360 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 58,360 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2016 55,162 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 51,154 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 45,042 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 39,420 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 39,420 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 34,522 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 31,367 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 26,545 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 22,038 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 16,686 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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MK55 LKF is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 MK55 LKF, 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 MK55 LKF registered?

MK55 LKF is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is MK55 LKF safe to buy?

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