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SD55 YCX

2005 Fiat Punto

Turquoise Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

108,993 mi
Last recorded108,993 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD55 YCX
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2016 108,993 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 108,977 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Emissions not tested OVERHEATING (7.3.A.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ON TREAD (4.1.D.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 90,850 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2015 90,848 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 80,009 miles

sump corroded/porous

Fail 2 Jul 2014 80,009 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

sump corroded/porous

Pass 3 Jul 2013 76,984 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 76,984 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 74,325 miles

offside front top strut mounting slightly sticky

Fail 10 Jul 2012 74,325 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

offside front top strut mounting slightly sticky

Pass 31 May 2011 73,394 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 68,655 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 55,099 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 40,448 miles

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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SD55 YCX is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Turquoise with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SD55 YCX, 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 SD55 YCX registered?

SD55 YCX is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 29 November 2005.

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