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PE05 VUJ

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

118,942 mi
Last recorded118,942 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE05 VUJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 118,942 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera moved to less conspicuous position ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing also (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing also (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive nearside cam shaft oil seal and sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

offside rear park brake efficiency weak - may require service or repair

Fail 20 Feb 2019 118,942 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera moved to less conspicuous position ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing also (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing also (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive nearside cam shaft oil seal and sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

offside rear park brake efficiency weak - may require service or repair

Pass 19 Feb 2018 110,623 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)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 104,056 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 99,560 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Fail 29 Feb 2016 99,560 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 92,709 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 84,886 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 84,886 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 79,644 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 64,493 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 3 Oct 2011 64,493 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 52,895 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 42,810 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 32,501 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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PE05 VUJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PE05 VUJ, 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 PE05 VUJ registered?

PE05 VUJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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