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SB55 NKJ

2005 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2018
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

88,839 mi
Last recorded88,839 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 NKJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2018 88,839 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Also been hot and binding on. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Lense discoloured. (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Also been hot and binding on. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Lense discoloured. (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged Corroded. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder. ()

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leak at clamp. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Both tyres are wearing on inside edges.

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Crank seal has slight leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Both springs corroded.

Underside and suspension components corroded.

Pass 10 Aug 2017 79,012 miles

Nearside Front DOOR HANDLE DAMAGED

Pass 1 Sep 2016 70,951 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 61,739 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN ON OUTER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 52,356 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

both rear tyres has cracked sidewalls

Fail 2 Sep 2014 52,356 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

both rear tyres has cracked sidewalls

Pass 3 Sep 2013 45,284 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front exhaust bracket broken

Fail 3 Sep 2013 45,284 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front exhaust bracket broken

Pass 29 Aug 2012 39,031 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Aug 2012 39,031 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 31,763 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 31,744 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 26,625 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 26,625 miles

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

Coolant leak

Pass 26 Aug 2009 20,788 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 20,788 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 14,262 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 14,262 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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SB55 NKJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 SB55 NKJ, 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 SB55 NKJ registered?

SB55 NKJ is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 November 2005.

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