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MT55 BYS

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,615 mi
Last recorded77,615 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 77,615 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 72,918 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

Rear rear exhaust corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2016 68,379 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2015 64,096 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2015 64,096 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 58,958 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 54,012 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/r tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 16 Oct 2013 54,012 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 17 Oct 2012 49,328 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 17 Oct 2012 49,328 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Oil leak

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

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 13 Oct 2011 43,840 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 43,840 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 39,103 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 33,892 miles

ADVISE nearside front tyre outer shoulder tread getting low.

Pass 23 Sep 2008 27,782 miles

Rear Wiper Blade Missing

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 BYS is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MT55 BYS, 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 MT55 BYS registered?

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

Is MT55 BYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT55 BYS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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