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NV55 MLJ

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

141,055 mi
Last recorded141,055 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV55 MLJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017 141,055 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 138,474 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2015 133,135 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 21 May 2015 133,135 miles

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 May 2014 128,507 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 123,600 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 123,600 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 116,533 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 106,917 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 103,949 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2009 99,285 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 99,285 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 94,645 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 94,645 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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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NV55 MLJ 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 71.4%.

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 NV55 MLJ, 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 NV55 MLJ registered?

NV55 MLJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is NV55 MLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV55 MLJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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