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ML05 ESF

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,889 mi
Last recorded126,889 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML05 ESF
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 126,889 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 120,809 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 108,572 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 108,572 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 95,584 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 95,584 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 29 Aug 2012 87,006 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 76,109 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 66,568 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 53,567 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2008 41,899 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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ML05 ESF is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ML05 ESF, 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 ML05 ESF registered?

ML05 ESF is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is ML05 ESF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML05 ESF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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