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NJ05 ZFU

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

99,004 mi
Last recorded99,004 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ05 ZFU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2015 99,004 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 58,881 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jan 2014 51,798 miles

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

exhaust heat sheild insecure

Fail 24 Jan 2014 51,798 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

exhaust heat sheild insecure

Pass 4 Mar 2013 48,446 miles

n/s wing mirror damaged

Pass 15 Mar 2012 42,326 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2012 42,326 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 36,353 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 32,071 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 32,071 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2009 26,933 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 21,425 miles

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

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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NJ05 ZFU is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 NJ05 ZFU, 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 NJ05 ZFU registered?

NJ05 ZFU is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is NJ05 ZFU safe to buy?

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