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MT55 FVM

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,096 mi
Last recorded43,096 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 43,096 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 35,032 miles

both rear brake hose ferrels corroded

radiator signs of coolant leak

rear axle bushes slightly worn

rear coil springs corroded

rear exhaust rubber worn

Fail 12 Dec 2016 35,032 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear brake hose ferrels corroded

radiator signs of coolant leak

rear axle bushes slightly worn

rear coil springs corroded

rear exhaust rubber worn

Pass 25 Nov 2015 32,029 miles

Steering wheel has some play.

Fail 21 Nov 2015 31,962 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Steering wheel has some play.

Pass 3 Dec 2014 27,245 miles

Front Tyres Worn On Inner Edge

Oil leak

Rear Tyres perished

Pass 9 Dec 2013 20,064 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 20,064 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 Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 15,977 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front brakes slightly uneven

front subframe corroding

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 21 Dec 2011 11,914 miles

Coolant leak

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 9,324 miles

Cracking to rear tyre treads

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear shock absorbers top bushes starting to crack

Rear wiperblade splitting

Pass 2 Dec 2009 7,079 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 7,079 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 5,398 miles

Corrosion to exhaust silencer

O/s/r tyre tread slightly worn uneven

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 FVM is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FVM, 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 FVM registered?

MT55 FVM is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is MT55 FVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT55 FVM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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