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ML05 ESG

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

130,828 mi
Last recorded130,828 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2013 130,828 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 127,926 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 116,405 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 98,697 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2010 98,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

front brake pads worn low

nearside front tyre worn inside edge

Pass 1 Jul 2009 75,798 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 59,324 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 ESG is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ESG, 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 ESG registered?

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

Is ML05 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML05 ESG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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