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RV55 FVU

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,220 mi
Last recorded61,220 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 FVU
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 61,220 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 58,619 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 53,215 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 45,990 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 37,584 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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Fail 4 Oct 2014 37,584 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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Pass 5 Oct 2013 31,478 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 26,179 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 26,172 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 22,781 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 8 Oct 2011 22,781 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 18,306 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 14,817 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 11,928 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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RV55 FVU is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey 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 RV55 FVU, 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 RV55 FVU registered?

RV55 FVU is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is RV55 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 FVU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV55 FVU have outstanding finance?

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