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PF55 BXB

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,591 mi
Last recorded85,591 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF55 BXB
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 85,591 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge ON 1.6MM (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 23 Nov 2017 85,589 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords centre tred (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge ON 1.6MM (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Nov 2016 70,448 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp o/s n/s (1.1.A.3f)

o/s n/s/r tyres cracking but not showing cords

o/s/r inner sill slightly corroded

o/s/r upper inner arch slightly corroded

Fail 28 Nov 2016 70,448 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp o/s n/s (1.1.A.3f)

o/s n/s/r tyres cracking but not showing cords

o/s/r inner sill slightly corroded

o/s/r upper inner arch slightly corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2015 62,073 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 25 Nov 2015 62,072 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 59,007 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 52,737 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 48,685 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 45,747 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 45,747 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 40,465 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 33,692 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 33,692 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 27,594 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2009 27,573 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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PF55 BXB is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 PF55 BXB, 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 PF55 BXB registered?

PF55 BXB is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is PF55 BXB safe to buy?

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