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RF55 HKW

2005 Fiat Punto

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

112,193 mi
Last recorded112,193 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 HKW
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 112,193 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2025 112,191 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 111,726 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 110,435 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 110,430 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 107,279 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 107,279 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 104,824 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 104,822 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 101,798 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 98,564 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 94,279 miles

head lamps cloudy

Pass 25 Aug 2017 89,670 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 9 Aug 2016 84,874 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly frayed

Pass 19 Aug 2015 80,036 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 80,036 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 74,922 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 70,366 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 65,965 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2011 61,312 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 61,312 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 56,957 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 52,187 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 47,642 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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RF55 HKW is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 RF55 HKW, 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 RF55 HKW registered?

RF55 HKW is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is RF55 HKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF55 HKW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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