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PF55 BXE

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

50,327 mi
Last recorded50,327 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF55 BXE
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 50,327 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 50,327 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 45,350 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 40,090 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 40,090 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 38,762 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 38,762 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 35,185 miles

nearside rear lamp has slight damage - not effecting any light output

Pass 22 Jan 2011 26,798 miles

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall cracked

Fail 21 Jan 2011 26,798 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall cracked

Pass 20 Jan 2010 19,324 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 19,324 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 13,818 miles

Nearside front tyre down to 3mm.

Offside front tyre down to 3-4mm.

Rear wiper arm been snapped off.

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 BXE is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BXE, 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 PF55 BXE registered?

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

Is PF55 BXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF55 BXE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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