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MT55 BXV

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

76,143 mi
Last recorded76,143 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 BXV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 76,143 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)

adv front subframe corroded but not holed

Pass 1 Jul 2016 72,361 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Jul 2016 72,361 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Jun 2015 66,559 miles

eml on

Fail 16 Jun 2015 66,559 miles

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

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

eml on

Pass 5 Nov 2014 63,354 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 55,670 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 55,651 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 48,246 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 48,246 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 1 Nov 2011 37,268 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 37,268 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 25,546 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 21,846 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 21,846 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 18,244 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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MT55 BXV is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MT55 BXV, 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 MT55 BXV registered?

MT55 BXV is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is MT55 BXV safe to buy?

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