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RA05 XPP

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,900 mi
Last recorded101,900 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 XPP
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 101,900 miles

Bulb failure light showing on dash with lights on, although all lights working

Front tyres getting low on edges due to tread design

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 89,922 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking in tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 81,150 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 25 Jan 2016 81,128 miles

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

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 75,394 miles

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

rear exhaust mounts deteriorated but still supporting exhaust

rear shock absorber bushes deteriorated

Pass 29 Apr 2014 71,488 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Apr 2014 71,488 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2013 61,348 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 55,612 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2012 55,612 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 47,298 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 40,574 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 32,802 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 24,796 miles

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

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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RA05 XPP is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 RA05 XPP, 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 RA05 XPP registered?

RA05 XPP is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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