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RY55 TUV

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,277 mi
Last recorded101,277 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 TUV
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 101,277 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 91,758 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2018 91,758 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 85,102 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 76,747 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 69,763 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Sep 2014 63,093 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 63,093 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 56,531 miles

both front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2012 49,807 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 45,172 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 37,905 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 37,905 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 32,760 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 27,160 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 27,160 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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RY55 TUV 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 75%.

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 RY55 TUV, 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.

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What year was RY55 TUV registered?

RY55 TUV is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is RY55 TUV safe to buy?

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