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MT55 XXV

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,959 mi
Last recorded80,959 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 80,959 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 74,206 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 May 2015 64,591 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 May 2015 64,591 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2014 59,950 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

o/s front tyre worn on edges close to limit

Pass 15 May 2013 52,679 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 37,492 miles

front brake pads appear to be wearing low

o/s & n/s tyres sidewalls cracking

Fail 30 Nov 2011 36,802 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake pads appear to be wearing low

o/s & n/s tyres sidewalls cracking

Pass 7 Dec 2010 28,476 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 18,809 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 18,808 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 12,840 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 XXV is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XXV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MT55 XXV registered?

MT55 XXV is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is MT55 XXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT55 XXV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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