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RV55 GUO

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

112,852 mi
Last recorded112,852 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 112,852 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 19 Jul 2017 112,850 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 101,163 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2016 101,163 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 88,326 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 74,134 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 74,134 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 54,483 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 54,483 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 42,898 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 42,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 30 Aug 2011 35,473 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 35,473 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 26,683 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 16,315 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2008 16,311 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 GUO is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 RV55 GUO, 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 GUO registered?

RV55 GUO is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is RV55 GUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 GUO shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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