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RE05 WRA

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

38,436 mi
Last recorded38,436 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 WRA
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 38,436 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 38,093 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 38,093 miles

Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 33,608 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Nov 2023 33,606 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 30,265 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 25,999 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive gear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 23,628 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 22,309 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 22,309 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 20,328 miles

deterioration to ball joint dust cover -nearside

front bumper not full secured

Pass 5 May 2017 19,412 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 18,468 miles

battery secured, but either incorrect battery or clamp appears to be fitted

Fail 31 May 2016 18,468 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2015 17,516 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 16,650 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 15,699 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2013 15,699 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 13,556 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 11,783 miles

both headlamp units accident damaged-temporarily repaired

Pass 4 May 2010 10,425 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 9,348 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 7,102 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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RE05 WRA is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RE05 WRA, 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 RE05 WRA registered?

RE05 WRA is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 17 March 2005.

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