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MT55 FWG

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,432 mi
Last recorded53,432 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 53,432 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 47,210 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

water pump leak

water pump noisy

Pass 17 May 2023 34,761 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front ABS cable loose

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front ABS cable loose

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 May 2023 34,728 miles

Exhaust system insecure Exhaust rubber on back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front ABS cable loose

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front ABS cable loose

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 24,602 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 24,526 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Sub-frame is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2021 15,663 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 15,541 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2013 14,880 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 13,775 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 12,703 miles

Damage to the nearside mirror cover

Pass 16 Nov 2010 10,961 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 9,111 miles

N/S front tyre deteriorating

Pass 17 Nov 2008 7,129 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 FWG 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 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 MT55 FWG, 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 FWG registered?

MT55 FWG is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is MT55 FWG safe to buy?

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