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MT55 FVJ

2005 Fiat Punto

Turquoise Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

67,880 mi
Last recorded67,880 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 FVJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 67,880 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

corrosion to brake and suspension components

front part of exhaust system deteriorated at flexi pipe

Fail 22 May 2017 67,873 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer holes in box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

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

corrosion to brake and suspension components

front part of exhaust system deteriorated at flexi pipe

Pass 12 May 2016 62,796 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 62,723 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened nearside and offside (2.4.G.1)

nearside front tyre is wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Apr 2015 59,260 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 55,863 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 55,833 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 52,073 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 49,353 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 49,353 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 42,716 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 42,715 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)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 33,582 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 27,346 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 27,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2008 23,755 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 FVJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Turquoise 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 FVJ, 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 FVJ registered?

MT55 FVJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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