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SB55 OBX

2005 Fiat Punto

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

65,518 mi
Last recorded65,518 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 OBX
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 28 Nov 2023 65,518 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front wish bone mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 63,594 miles

Offside front cv boot has grease on it but no split found

Offside rear inner wheel arch corroded

Rear bumper supports corroded

Fail 5 Dec 2022 63,575 miles

Headlamp insecure Nearside (4.1.1 (c))

Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Nearside (4.3.3 (b))

Wheel bearing rough when rotated Nearside rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside front cv boot has grease on it but no split found

Offside rear inner wheel arch corroded

Rear bumper supports corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2021 62,052 miles

Head lights only just have a beam pattern

Warning light on dash

Wheel bearing slightly noisy Nearside rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 62,035 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Offside front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Nearside rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Offside rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Head lights only just have a beam pattern

Warning light on dash

Wheel bearing slightly noisy Nearside rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 58,310 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 54,509 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 45,365 miles

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 38,765 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2017 38,763 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 31 May 2016 33,407 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 30,137 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 26,860 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 25,950 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 23,005 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 20,066 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 20,066 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 16,627 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front discs slightly pitted

Pass 30 Nov 2009 12,961 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 12,961 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 27 Nov 2008 9,480 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 9,480 miles

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

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

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 OBX is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 SB55 OBX, 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 OBX registered?

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

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