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RV55 GXM

2005 Fiat Punto

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

106,368 mi
Last recorded106,368 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 GXM
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 106,368 miles

front subframe rusty

rear axle and back plates rusty

Fail 11 Nov 2025 106,368 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

front subframe rusty

rear axle and back plates rusty

Pass 15 Nov 2024 103,796 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

front subframe and suspension rusty

rear axle and back plates rusty

Pass 18 Oct 2023 100,428 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 100,428 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 97,908 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 97,908 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 95,206 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 95,206 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 91,778 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 91,778 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 88,675 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 84,839 miles

Coolant leak

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 80,897 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 76,258 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 67,449 miles

oil leak

Fail 1 Oct 2015 67,449 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2014 56,928 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 56,928 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 49,722 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 42,656 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 36,489 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 32,621 miles

Both rear tyres slightly worn and perished

Front brake pads slightly worn

Oil leak

Fail 11 Oct 2010 32,621 miles

Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Both rear tyres slightly worn and perished

Front brake pads slightly worn

Oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2009 27,225 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 22,510 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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RV55 GXM is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 GXM, 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 GXM registered?

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

Is RV55 GXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 GXM shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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