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PF55 BYL

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,684 mi
Last recorded99,684 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2016 99,684 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 95,859 miles

Nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 1 Aug 2015 95,858 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside rear tyre perished

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 91,425 miles

Middle and rear exhaust from joint deteoriated

Offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 21 Aug 2013 86,263 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 77,416 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 65,013 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 47,503 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jul 2010 47,503 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 26,324 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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PF55 BYL is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PF55 BYL, 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 BYL registered?

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

Is PF55 BYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF55 BYL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PF55 BYL have outstanding finance?

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