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NU05 HWX

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,907 mi
Last recorded76,907 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU05 HWX
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 76,907 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 71,685 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jul 2014 67,817 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2013 62,408 miles

Oil leak

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s/f tyre inner and outer sidewalls badly cracked but not showing ply or cords

n/s/r handbrake cable outer casing slightly deteriorated in brackets

rear exhaust rubber deteriorated but still supporting exhaust

Fail 24 Jun 2013 62,408 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre inner and outer sidewalls badly cracked but not showing ply or cords

n/s/r handbrake cable outer casing slightly deteriorated in brackets

rear exhaust rubber deteriorated but still supporting exhaust

Pass 30 May 2012 55,527 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 55,527 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2011 47,880 miles

trim on passenger door insecure

Pass 21 May 2010 39,153 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 31,728 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 22,390 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 22,390 miles

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

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

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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NU05 HWX is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black 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 NU05 HWX, 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 NU05 HWX registered?

NU05 HWX is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is NU05 HWX safe to buy?

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