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NX05 VVB

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

116,346 mi
Last recorded116,346 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX05 VVB
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 116,346 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 116,346 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 110,661 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear coil springs corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2018 110,661 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2017 99,713 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 99,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 89,823 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 84,788 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 84,763 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 82,917 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 81,846 miles

Engine oil sump corroded and starting to become porous

Fail 12 Mar 2013 81,846 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Engine oil sump corroded and starting to become porous

Exhaust deteriorated and leaking slightly at front

Pass 22 Mar 2012 80,165 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 71,586 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 58,228 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges

Rear shocker bushes deteriorated slightly

Pass 18 Mar 2009 46,130 miles

Rear shocker bushes deteriorated

Pass 18 Mar 2008 34,295 miles

Both sides rear shock absorber top bushes deteriorated slightly

Slight coolant leak bottom of radiator

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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NX05 VVB is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 NX05 VVB, 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 NX05 VVB registered?

NX05 VVB is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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