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RJ05 PXS

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,788 mi
Last recorded78,788 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 PXS
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 78,788 miles

headlamps are misted creating poor beam quality and require attention

nearside headlamp dim and slightly insecure

Pass 3 Aug 2015 77,562 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 77,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 71,761 miles

rear bumper damaged

Pass 20 Aug 2013 63,578 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 63,578 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 54,699 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 54,699 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 48,501 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f tyre worn on outer edges

Pass 21 Aug 2010 42,165 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 32,669 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 24,774 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 28 Aug 2008 24,774 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 23,653 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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RJ05 PXS is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RJ05 PXS, 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 RJ05 PXS registered?

RJ05 PXS is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is RJ05 PXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ05 PXS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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