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MT55 HCV

2005 Fiat Punto

Turquoise Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

108,030 mi
Last recorded108,030 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 7 Mar 2019 108,030 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall/leaking air (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 103,562 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 17 Jan 2018 103,562 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2017 101,452 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 95,732 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust bracket broken

n/s/f tyre cut in sidewall but no cord exposed

Fail 7 Mar 2016 95,732 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

exhaust bracket broken

n/s/f tyre cut in sidewall but no cord exposed

Pass 6 Mar 2015 89,253 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Mar 2015 89,200 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 81,113 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

bonnet release lever & bonnet catch fauly

Fail 8 Mar 2014 81,113 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

bonnet release lever & bonnet catch fauly

Pass 9 Mar 2013 69,277 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 9 Mar 2013 69,277 miles

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 57,363 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 57,363 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 Nov 2010 52,022 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 52,022 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 45,911 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 34,542 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 HCV is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Turquoise with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 HCV, 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 HCV registered?

MT55 HCV is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is MT55 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT55 HCV shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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